Recovery of Recyclables from Medical Waste: Innovative Holistic Methodology

Resumen

The health area seeks sustainable management models for making decisions with socio-environmental responsibility. This study uses a holistic methodology applied to understand the generation of solid health waste (RSS) between 2016 and 2022 in a large hospital in Goiânia-Goiás. Data available by the hospital administration were collected and RSS masses were collected. Procedures were applied for the reduction and segregation at the generating source. The exploratory approach with qualitative and quantitative aspects shows that the main residues are non-hazardous (Group D). Infectious, chemical and sharps wastes were distinguished. Training and environmental education activities were developed.

DOI: 10.56238/homeinternationalanais-042