MASCARENHA, T. K. S. F.; http://lattes.cnpq.br/1444035188741336; MASCARENHA, Ticyanna Kallynne Simões de Farias
Résumé:
The introduction of pesticides in Brazil continued to stimulate agricultural production
and hence promoted agribusiness expansion. These chemicals, however, cause
serious health problems to environment and human health, in particular farm worker
who has direct contact with toxic substances. The purpose of assessing perception of
environmental risk and health, by farm workers, in relation to these agrochemicals
held an integrative literature review. This study selected 20 articles dating from 2007
to 2014, all local content analyzed in order to obtain relevant information concerning
knowledge of farm workers in relation to damage that pesticides can cause both
health regarding natural resources. The results of analysis it became evident that
majority of publications, initially attributed to low education workers lack of care in
handling, storage and disposal of these substances. It was noticed, however, that
this hypothesis is partly refuted by not being solely responsible for the indiscriminate
use of this chemical, since many articles make it clear that yes there is, on the part of
farmers to risk perception. Predominate, however, requirement for productions by
current agribusiness, which makes pesticide is viewed as only solution for good
harvests, inducing worker to make a denial speech of risk as defensive instinct.
Another noticeable aspect of farmer is cultural factor, evidenced by beliefs that have
been propagated for generations. The analysis concludes the need for an awareness
campaign about risks caused by pesticides and that this should be done in order to
associate all stakeholders. Practice and adoption of a protocol aimed at the farm
worker dealing in particular pesticides in primary care by the Family Health Strategy
(FHS), especially those located in farma areas is suggested; Inserting the subject as
debate in schools; educational policies associated with projects with financial
incentives and state support in order to provide market for sustainable agriculture.
Added to this alternative a policy of strict supervision and inspection, subject to
imposition of penalties to those who break the law.