Elaboración del manual de manejo integral de residuos sólidos biológicos–peligrosos para establecimientos denominados “sitio de encuentro sexual” ubicados en la localidad de Engativá de la ciudad de Bogotá D.C.

Abstract

Sexual encounter establishments are settings in which large quantities of hazardous biological waste contaminated with bodily fluids are generated. Such waste may include condoms, gauze, towels, gloves, contaminated toilet paper, and sharp objects. These materials may harbor infectious pathogens (including HIV, hepatitis B and C, syphilis, and gonorrhea, among others), thereby posing a threat to public health at both local and district levels. In the locality of Engativá, it has been observed that many sexual encounter establishments fail to comply with appropriate waste management and handling protocols. This results in the mixing of general and biological waste, lack of properly labeled containers, absence of color-coded systems, and accumulation of waste without adequate sanitary measures. Consequently, these conditions increase the risk of direct exposure for cleaning staff, clients, frequent visitors, and waste collection personnel. This document presents the methodology for the development of an integrated manual for the management of biological waste generated in sexual encounter establishments in the locality of Engativá. It establishes technical guidelines, biosafety protocols, and institutional support mechanisms intended to guide compliance with environmental regulations and to ensure the protection of all individuals involved, including workers, users of these establishments, waste collection personnel, and the broader community.