Análise do descarte de lâmpadas fluorescentes e a elaboração de propostas para o manuseio e reciclagem no Bairro de Mussurunga em Salvador, Bahia

Abstract

It is considered that the fluorescent lamps are used in various lighting systems in the world along with its low power consumption and its long durability thus generating demand for its handling and disposal, along with their toxic and potentially dangerous. The objective of this research is to analyze the disposal of fluorescent lamps in Mussurunga neighborhood of the city of Salvador, Bahia; and specific objectives has been to describe the disposal system of fluorescent lamps in the residential and commercial area; offer educational and technological alternatives for handling, disposal and recycling of fluorescent lamps waste from suppliers, collectors and consumers; promote the importance of environmentally sound disposal and recycling of fluorescent lamps by-products. To consolidate these goals uses a hybrid methodology consists of a literature review, documentary and historical nature, in tandem with field research. Interference attempted the awareness process in order to encourage the most appropriate forms for use, handling and disposal of fluorescent bulbs, both by consumers residing in the neighborhood as well as for commercially installed providers in Mussurunga district, Salvador, Bahia. Join a total community ignorance about the issue and its consequences, and therefore recommended an educational process to mitigate harmful results.