Análise ergonômica: uma avaliação dos níveis de iluminância em ambientes educacionais da UTFPR/PG

Abstract

An approach to lighting in the school environment becomes increasingly necessary in favor of the teaching-learning process and the health of teachers, students and staff. The objective of the investigation was to evaluate the lighting levels of the educational environments of UTFPR/PG. This study is characterized by an applied research dedicated to the generation of knowledge to solve specific problems. To evaluate the illuminance, a digital luxmeter with photocell, from the brand Lux Meter MLM-1011, was used. The equipment has a photocell mechanism with an appropriate scale and a screen for reading the information. For that, it was observed what recommends the specifications of NBR 5413 and complementation with NBR 8995-1. This research aimed to analyze an educational environment, verifying the existence of inadequate luminosity that cause damage to the health of employees and students, as well as comparing the results obtained and proposing improvements. It is exposed that the methodological approach resulted in a framework to contrast with the values applied in the institution's environments in relation to such norms. It was observed that a portion of environments have lower luminescence than recommended by technical standards, indicating that there is a lack of maintenance in these environments. However, a percentage of 90% presented superior or adequate luminescence for the environments. Therefore, the study of lighting in this higher education institution is not limited to this investigation, suggesting that studies like these point to contribute to the management and influence in the teaching and learning processes, which is the main objective of educational institutions.