CAVALCANTE, Simone Kelly de Souza.
Abstract:
In the present monograph, a survey and analysis of the collection process was performed.
in the city of Uiraúna - PB, the collection of recyclable waste is effective in reducing
waste, bringing benefits to the environment and society, as well as generating income for a
relative amount of people and economy for companies. Based on this proposal the
The present monograph emphasizes the main problems faced by waste pickers and their current
working conditions in order to get to know the reality of their work closely, in order to
possible improvements since for many of the pickers are their main income. Having as
main objectives highlight the importance of selective collection seeking to quantify the production
of garbage in the collection places; and analyzing to what extent its work is effective as
income generation alternative for waste pickers. Were used procedures
such as: bibliographic survey, documentary research and field research,
with the application of a questionnaire without their identification. And finally, the interpretation of
Dice. The results indicate that recyclable waste collectors perform their
face countless difficulties and lack of public investment
precarious work situations.
