Resíduos sólidos orgânicos gerados no mercado público central São José e na feira livre em Teresina-PI

Abstract

Food waste is one of the factors that most contributes to the generation of waste. This organic waste is generated mainly in street markets and public markets. However, without proper management of the waste produced in these locations, both society and the environment can suffer the direct impacts caused by improper disposal. Therefore, this research aimed to evaluate the management of organic solid waste generated in the central public market of São José and in the street market of João Cabral, located in Teresina-PI. The methodological procedures were: visits to the site for observation and data collection; study of the logistics to identify the origin of the generation of solid waste until its final destination; knowledge of the characteristics and quantification of the waste generated in the market; analysis of the hygienic conditions, organization of the market space and good manufacturing practices. In both locations, a lack of good manufacturing practices was found, neglecting the cleaning of the environment, proper management of waste, which attracts disease vectors, and the use of personal protective equipment. These data highlight the fragility of the public health system, since they are spaces of intense cultural exchange and socioeconomic relevance, they are part of the city's heritage and an important source of income for many families. Thus, their permanence and maintenance depend on a joint effort by the community and the government.