Análise da gestão dos resíduos de serviço de saúde na unidade básica de saúde PAM do município de São Gabriel/RS seguindo a RDC 306 (2004) da ANVISA

Abstract

Studies of solid waste management in basic health units are still poorly studied, but the risks inherent in inadequate management are very significant. They affect both the general population and negatively impact the environment due to their chemical, physical and pathogenic characteristics. For this reason, the waste generated in these places needs attention from both the community and the public power. With the concern of how these residues are discarded, this study aimed to analyze the health waste management in the PAM basic health unit located in the city of são Gabriel - RS according to RDD 306 (2004) of ANVISA. A case study used observation as the main research tool. The data were collected through checklists, according to the resolution, seeking to show the reality of the place, identifying the nonconformities found during the management stages of RSS. During the time of onsite observation it was possible to diagnose some flaws in the waste management processes, it is recommended the implementation of the Health Services Waste Management Plan and its monitoring.