Análise da gestão de uma associação de catadores de materiais recicláveis no município de João Pessoa/PB

Abstract

The growing generation of solid waste in cities is an increasingly frequent problem that causes several environmental, social, economic and public health damages. Among the most effective technologies to reduce the environmental problems caused by this activity, is the selective collection of recyclable waste. The selective collection programs carried out through associations or cooperatives of collectors, face daily technical, organizational and economic difficulties. The objective of this study was to analyze the procedures adopted in the management of an association of recyclable materials, the Bessa core of ASCAREJP, located in the city of João Pessoa/PB, to propose strategies and improvements for its operation. The methodology of the study was based on the steps of bibliographical research, quantitative and qualitative data collection and the analysis of these data, through the SWOT analysis tool (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) to systematize the search results. With the data available, it was possible to draw a social profile of the collectors, to characterize the processes carried out, and thus to carry out the SWOT analysis of the management of the association of recyclable materials. The results indicated that managerial weaknesses and threats significantly outweigh their strengths and opportunities, evidencing how unsatisfactory and inadequate the current management of the Bessa core of ASCAREJP is. As proposals for improvements, it is noted that the identified opportunities could be used to minimize or even eliminate both the internal and external problems of the association. In addition, it is essential that the population and public authorities contribute to the work of the collectors, mainly through a greater participation in the local selective collection system and awareness of the importance of this activity to society. Thus, it is expected that garbage collectors will obtain better working conditions, receive adequate wages and gain greater recognition for their work.