PREVALENCE OF FECAL AND POTENTIALLY PATHOGEN INDICATOR MICRO-ORGANISMS IN THE SAND OF CHILDREN'S RECREATION IN A MUNICIPAL PARK IN GUARULHOS-SP

Abstract

Introduction: Public parks are places of leisure integrated to society serving the population and are generally considered safe places. The biggest concern is in the correct use of the available equipment, to avoid accidents, and in fact the danger is less apparent. Objective: This study focuses on the playground floor as a source of microbial contamination. Method: The samples were processed in the microbiology laboratory at the University of Guarulhos, and their analysis was carried out using multiple tubes and the results obtained were compared with the NMP table. Results: The growth of microorganisms on the PCA plate was countless and dilutions 10² and 10³ were necessary. Conclusion: It is part of the parameters and laws of quality control of recreational sand hygiene that are effective for control.