DIAGNÓSTICO DA GESTÃO DE RESÍDUOS DE SERVIÇO DE SAÚDE DO HOSPITAL ESTADUAL DE SANTA HELENA DE GOIÁS-HERSO

Abstract

Population growth and high consumption are increasing the production of solid waste. If not managed in an environmentally correct way, this waste, which comes from various activities in society, can be harmful to health and the environment. The aim of this study was to evaluate the efficiency of current health service waste management practices at the Hospital Estadual de Santa Helena de Goiás HERSO, identifying strengths and weaknesses, areas for improvement and compliance with current legislation. The field of study was HERSO, located in Santa Helena de Goiás. The State Hospital in Santa Helena de Goiás, managed by a social organization and linked to the State Secretariat, stands out in complex health services. On average, it provides 2,300 different types of care and 530 admissions per month. HERSO has 103 beds and currently has a staff of 608, including civil servants, CLT employees and third parties. The hospital's infrastructure covers 21 different areas. The methodological approach of this work includes, firstly, a literature search on healthcare waste management (HCW), covering a variety of legal academic sources. Subsequently, the study was divided into two main phases: Field Visits and Questionnaire Application. The visits to the State Hospital of Santa Helena de Goiás in July 2022 sought to assess waste management in accordance with RDC No. 222/2018, focusing on segregation, collection and storage, as well as identifying the types of waste in different sectors of the hospital. The results obtained after implementing the proposed measures were satisfactory, showing a broader understanding on the part of employees of the importance of waste management practices. The active engagement demonstrated reflects not only a significant reduction in waste and associated costs, but also greater alignment with the guidelines of the Health Service Waste Management Plan (PGRSS). In summary, the investment in technology and improved employee understanding has not only promoted legal and environmental compliance, but has also contributed to a substantial improvement in community health, setting an exemplary model for other healthcare institutions to follow.