Sistema de informações geográficas aplicado a gestão de cemitérios: estudo de caso em Itaqui, RS

Abstract

The development of a technical register for the municipal cemetery of Itaqui, RS, using the knowledge acquired during graduation, is an important initiative to deal with the lack of adequate information in this context. This lack of information can cause concern for public authorities, cemetery administrators and the community in general, as it is related to possible disorders to the health and well-being of the population.The use of modern geotechnologies available at the educational institution to carry out the cadastre is an innovative approach. Throughout the process, information about the study site was collected, the acquisition of relevant data was planned, research was carried out, data collection in the field, processing in software, analysis of the acquired data and generation of forms. This methodology made it possible to identify the location of existing tombs and create a register of current burials, in addition to determining the physical space available for future burials. The creation of a computerized system for registering lots, tombs, burials and exhumations is a positive point, as it provides cemetery administrators with greater clarity and agility in decision-making. This can improve the efficiency and management of the cemetery, contributing to the preservation of the environment, community health and social well-being. Proper management of cemeteries is essential to meet the needs of the population and avoid negative impacts associated with poor management of these public spaces. In summary, the course completion work presents a comprehensive approach to the development of a technical register in the municipal cemetery, using modern geotechnologies and a computerized system. The project seeks to overcome the lack of adequate information, contributing to the proper management of the cemetery and the well-being of the community.