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Understanding Hotel Employees’ Perceptions of Guests with Disabilities in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
Get PDFWhile previous research has mainly concentrated on understanding the requirements of guests with disabilities, there is a notable gap in exploring the perspectives held by hotel employees. This study endeavors to address this research gap by investigating how hotel employees in Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) perceive guests with disabilities. Employing a mixed-methods approach, this research seeks to uncover employee attitudes and knowledge, their roles in fostering inclusivity, and the significance of communication between management and staff in elevating service quality. Notably, the study’s key findings underscore a significant link between employee contentment and customer satisfaction within hotels in HCMC, underscoring the pivotal role of effective communication in enhancing service quality. The research’s most prominent discovery indicates that a substantial proportion of hotel staff (88.5%) strongly agree on the importance of providing accessibility for guests with disabilities, as evident from the outcomes of the online survey. This outcome demonstrates a commendable high level of awareness among hotel employees concerning the specific needs of customers with disabilities. In terms of hotels’ overarching outlook towards guests with disabilities, a majority of managers voiced the perspective that hotels do not actively focus on disabled guests as a distinct market segment. These findings provide invaluable insights that can guide hotel managers and employees, contributing to a more comprehensive comprehension of how to establish an inclusive environment within the hospitality industry
Memastikan Perhotelan Berkelanjutan: Studi Kasus Tentang Tata Kelola Kesehatan dan Keselamatan Kerja di Ros In Hotel
No full textWorkplace accidents often stem from worker negligence, human error, and insufficient management, including substandard occupational health and safety measures. Case studies, a common qualitative research method, utilize interviews and observations for primary data collection. In a specific case study at Hotel Ros-In, Yogyakarta, the Human Resources Manager was the key informant, participating in a 60-minute interview with three sub-themes: Covid-19 Post-Pandemic Regulation, Occupational Health and Safety, and Environmental Health. During the interview, Ros-In Hotel exhibited a robust commitment to complying with Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy guidelines on hygiene, health, safety, and environmental sustainability. In the industrial sector, effective health and safety governance is crucial for maintaining consumer confidence and ensuring facilities meet stringent standards, protecting both consumers and workers. Strong safety protocols actively reduce workplace accidents and occupational diseases, fostering a safer work environment. This commitment not only benefits employees' well-being but enhances the company's overall reputation. Companies like Ros-In Hotel, through adherence to regulatory guidelines and robust safety measures, play a vital role in establishing a secure working atmosphere, instilling confidence in consumers and the broader community.Kelalaian pekerja dan kesalahan manusia secara signifikan berkontribusi terhadap kecelakaan di tempat kerja, sementara manajemen yang tidak memadai dan penerapan langkah-langkah kesehatan dan keselamatan kerja di bawah standar oleh perusahaan juga dapat menjadi faktor yang berkontribusi. Penelitian kualitatif sering menggunakan studi kasus untuk mengumpulkan data primer melalui wawancara dan observasi. Dalam studi kasus khusus ini, informan kunci adalah Manajer Sumber Daya Manusia di Hotel Ros-In di Yogyakarta, dan durasi wawancara ditetapkan pada 60 menit. Wawancara bertujuan untuk mengumpulkan informasi terkait penelitian menggunakan panduan wawancara dan format tanya jawab. Ros-In Hotel menunjukkan komitmen yang kuat untuk mematuhi pedoman dari Kementerian Pariwisata dan Ekonomi Kreatif mengenai kebersihan, kesehatan, keselamatan, dan kelestarian lingkungan di hotel. Di sektor industri, manajemen tata kelola kesehatan dan keselamatan yang efektif sangat penting untuk menjaga kepercayaan konsumen dengan memastikan bahwa fasilitas memenuhi standar keselamatan dan kesehatan yang ketat. Ini tidak hanya melindungi konsumen tetapi juga menjaga kesejahteraan pekerja dan masyarakat umum. Protokol dan praktik keselamatan yang kuat secara aktif mengurangi risiko kecelakaan di tempat kerja dan terjadinya penyakit akibat kerja, mempromosikan lingkungan kerja yang lebih aman dan sehat
Langkawi's Ecological and Economic Renaissance: A Study of Blue and Green Opportunities
Get PDFThis article delves into the potential of the blue and green sectors situated in Langkawi Island, Malaysia. With its abundant marine and terrestrial resources, the island needs to strike a balance between its economic growth and environmental preservation imperatives. By leveraging the potential of green and blue sectors such as tourism, fisheries, renewable energy, agriculture, and forestry, Langkawi Island can serve as a model for responsible development, all while preserving its innate natural beauty and biodiversity. A survey was conducted involving 104 local respondents at various attraction points across Langkawi Island to assess the progress of these sectors. Overall, the respondents were predominantly in agreement regarding the impacts of development stemming from both the blue and green economies, coupled with the positive spill-over effects witnessed on the island. The descriptive findings indicate that the potential for growth within these blue and green economies is promising, buoyed by anticipation from both governmental and private sectors. As such, it becomes imperative for policymakers to formulate a comprehensive development plan that can adequately bolster the expansion of these sectors. This preparation will be crucial in ensuring the sustainable growth of Langkawi Island's blue and green economies, ultimately fostering a harmonious coexistence between economic progress and environmental conservation.Artikel ini mengulas potensi sektor biru dan hijau yang berlokasi di Pulau Langkawi, Malaysia. Dengan sumber daya laut dan darat yang melimpah, pulau ini perlu menemukan keseimbangan antara pertumbuhan ekonomi dan keharusan pelestarian lingkungan. Dengan memanfaatkan potensi sektor hijau dan biru seperti pariwisata, perikanan, energi terbarukan, pertanian, dan kehutanan, Pulau Langkawi dapat menjadi contoh pengembangan yang bertanggung jawab, sekaligus menjaga keindahan alam dan keanekaragaman hayatinya yang asli. Untuk menilai perkembangan sektor-sektor ini, dilakukan survei yang melibatkan 104 responden lokal di berbagai titik atraksi di Pulau Langkawi. Secara keseluruhan, responden sebagian besar sepakat mengenai dampak pembangunan yang berasal dari kedua sektor ekonomi biru dan hijau, serta efek positif yang terlihat di pulau ini. Temuan deskriptif menunjukkan bahwa potensi pertumbuhan dalam sektor ekonomi biru dan hijau ini sangat menjanjikan, didukung oleh antisipasi dari sektor pemerintah dan swasta. Oleh karena itu, menjadi sangat penting bagi pembuat kebijakan untuk merumuskan rencana pembangunan yang komprehensif yang dapat memadai memperkuat perluasan sektor-sektor ini. Persiapan ini akan menjadi kunci untuk memastikan pertumbuhan berkelanjutan dari ekonomi biru dan hijau Pulau Langkawi, akhirnya mendorong keberadaan harmonis antara kemajuan ekonomi dan pelestarian lingkungan
Structural and Magnetic Properties of Barium-Strontium-Hexaferrite Material Ba0.6Sr0.4Fe10-xCoxMnTiO19 (x = 0.5; 1.0; and 1.5) as Microwave Absorbers
Get PDFWe discuss the structure properties of Ba0.6Sr0.4Fe10-xCoxMnTiO19(BSFCMTO) for x = 0.5, 1.0, and 1.5 that influence its magnetic properties as a microwave absorber. A solid-state reaction method using high-energy milling was used to synthesize hexaferrite. There were no structural changes when the Co2+ ion was substituted for the Fe3+ ion; the structures of all samples were hexagonal and the space group was P63/mmc. The surface morphology had heterogeneous particles with a size of 300 to 600 nm. The magnetic properties tended to decrease with an increasing number of Co2+ ion substitutions. The reflection loss (RL) had a minimum value of -14.89 dB. This value was reached at a frequency of 10.96 GHz and had a bandwidth at 1.24 GHz with a sample thickness of 1 mm in the Ba0.6Sr0.4Fe9.9Co0.1MnTiO19 sample
STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN DESTINASI PARIWISATA BERBASIS GASTRONOMI DI COASTAL AREA (PULAU BANGKA)
Get PDFDestinasi pariwisata memerlukan daya tarik yang menjadi poin utama yang akan dijual pada industri pariwisata. Pariwisata berbasis gastronomi menjadi salah satu yang menarik saat ini. Dalam rangka pengembangan suatu destinasi pariwisata, maka dibutuhkan strategi yang tepat. Tujuan penelitian ini untuk melihat dan mengidentifikasi strategi yang cocok untuk diterapkan dalam memulai pengembangan destinasi wisata berbasis gastronomi di Pulau Bangka yang memiliki berbagai potensi dan kekuatan sebagai destinasi pariwisata gastronomi. Sehingga nantinya dengan strategi yang disesuaikan dengan target tersebut dapat dilakukan pengembangan secara bertahap di Pulau Bangka untuk membantu meningkatkan perekonomian melalui pendapatan daerah serta branding terhadap Pulau Bangka
Conditioned Medium of IGF1-Induced Human Wharton’s Jelly Mesenchymal Stem Cells Effects on Sox9 Gene Expression and Level of COL2 and IL1β in Osteoarthritic Chondrocytes
Get PDFWharton’s jelly mesenchymal stem cells (WJMSCs) hold promises for treating osteoarthritis (OA) due to their great capacity for regeneration and their accessibility. However, obstacles like poor cell survival and differentiation prevent them from being used in transplants. Thus, this study examined WJMSCs’ Conditioned Medium (CM) (WJMSCs-CM) for OA treatment. In order to determine how well IL1β-induced chondrocyte cells (IL1β-CHON002) heal OA-damaged cells, they were treated with both IGF1-induced and uninduced WJMSCs-CM. Key parameters measured were IL1β, Sox9 and COL2. The STRING database was explored to evaluate the proteins contained in WJMSCs-CM and to see their interactions and CM potential in OA exposure. The STRING database indicates WJMSCs-CM to possess the ability to manage OA because of the growth factors they contain, which raise the expression of cartilage marker genes. The results indicated that 15% WJMSCs-CM with 150 ng/mL IGF1 had the highest Sox9 expression, significant reduction in pro-inflammatory mediators, and an increase in COL2 levels. Additionally, 14 days of treatment resulted in better outcomes compared to 7 days. CM from WJMSCs treated with IGF1 with a concentration of 15% exhibited the highest level for each parameter. Both durations showed difference across parameters, highlighting the potential for OA therapy
Cultural Origin of European Modern Design
Get PDFCultural studies of modern design are of great importance to scholarly research of modern design history, particularly in the context of the trend towards analysis and interpretation of modern design from sociological and cultural points of view. This article investigates the link between European modern design and the tradition of Western culture. Based on the definition of rationalism and idealism as ideal types of the Western cultural tradition, the investigation revealed that European modern design presents these ideal types through diversified design activities in the modern movements. It concludes that European modern design, as visualization of cultural codes, is a manifestation of Europe’s cultural heritage, although it reflects a revolutionary stance against the cultural background of modernization and achieved a breakthrough that showed the innovative quality of modern culture. This study also unfolded the long-term effect of culture on the rise of European modern design, which strongly indicates culture’s continuity in the long-range historical process and explains that the significance of European modern design is embodied not only in the revolution or innovation of modern culture but also in cultural inheritance and historical continuity
An Accident Analysis during the Covid-19 Pandemic in Indonesia uses the Accident Rate Method
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Land transportation traffic accidents in Indonesia were affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. During the Covid-19 pandemic, several transportation policies were implemented. An absolute must for implementing transportation safety. During the Covid pandemic in 2019 and 2020, the average number of traffic accidents was 25%, the number of fatalities was 24%, the number of injured victims was 21% and the number of accidents was 25%. In 2021, Indonesian people will begin to face new normal conditions, where all activities run normally in line with the presence of the Covid 19 virus. So that in 2021 and 2022 there will be another increase in the number of traffic accidents, deaths, injuries and accidents. The average figures for 2021 and 2022 for the number of traffic accidents are 26%, the number of fatalities is 26%, the number of injured victims is 23% and the number of accidents is 28%. With the presence of Regulation Number 21 of 2020 concerning PSBB, the number of accidents in Indonesia can be reduced, but the reduction in the accident rate has not occurred significantly. In 2019 the accident rate was 31% and in the year the PSBB policy was implemented the accident rate was 23%, the reduction in the accident rate was only 8%.
Keywords : Accident rate, covid 19 pandemic, descriptive analysis, road traffic accidentsAbstrak
Kecelakaan lalu lintas transportasi darat di Indonesia terdampak oleh pandemi covid 19. Pada masa pandemi covid telah diterapkan beberapa kebijakkan transportasi. Suatu keharusan yang mutlak untuk penerapan keselamatan transportasi. Pada masa pandemi covid tahun 2019 dan tahun 2020 memiliki besaran rata – rata untuk jumlah kecelakaan lalu lintas sebesar 25%, jumlah korban meninggal dunia sebesar 24%, jumlah korban luka – luka sebesar 21% dan angka kecelakaan sebesar 25 %. Pada tahun 2021, masyarakat Indonesia mulai menghadapi kondisi new normal, dimana seluruh aktivitas berjalan normal seiring dengan adanya virus Covid 19. Sehingga pada tahun 2021 dan 2022 terjadi peningkatan lagi pada jumlah kecelakaan lalu lintas, korban meninggal dunia, korban luka dan angka kecelakaan. Adapun besaran rata pada tahun 2021 dan 2022 tersebut untuk jumlah kecelakaan lalu lintas adalah sebesar 26%, jumlah korban meninggal dunia sebesar 26%, jumlah korban luka – luka sebesar 23% dan angka kecelakaan 28%. Dengan hadirnya Peraturan Nomor 21 Tahun 2020 tentang PSBB dapat menurunkan angka kecelakaan di Indonesia, namun besarnya penurunan Tingkat kecelakaan tidak terjadi secara signifikan. Pada tahun 2019 nilai accident rate sebanyak 31% dan pada tahun kebijakkan PSBB diterapkan nilai accident rate yang terjadi adalah 23%, penurunan Tingkat kecelakaan yang terjadi hanya sebanyak 8%.
Kata-kata Kunci : Angka kecelakaan, pandemi covid 19, analisis deskriptif, kecelakaan lalu lintas jala
Modeling the Co-Infection Dynamics of COVID-19 and Dengue: Well-posedness, Analysis of Equilibrium Properties, and Policy Implications through Numerical Simulations
No full textCOVID-19 is an infectious disease primarily transmitted to individuals through direct contact with respiratory droplets. The infection, caused by the severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2), continues to spread globally infecting around 776 million confirmed cases, including over 7 million deaths. Meanwhile, dengue is a vector-borne disease caused by the Flaviviridae virus and is transmitted through bites from female mosquitoes, primarily Aedes aegypti and Aedes albopictus. It is estimated that 390 million dengue virus infections occur per year caused by four distinct virus serotypes–DENV-1, DENV-2, DENV-3, and DENV-4. The COVID-19 pandemic has further strained public health systems, particularly in tropical and subtropical regions where dengue is endemic. The overlapping presence of these infectious diseases heightens the risk of co-infection, posing additional diagnostic and treatment challenges. Co-infection of COVID-19 and dengue cases were already reported and confirmed in several countries. In this study, an 11-compartmentalized deterministic mathematical model was developed to understand the transmission dynamics of COVID-19 and dengue co-infection. This modeling approach was described by a system of ordinary differential equations (ODEs), examining disease progression over time, offering insights into potential co-infection scenarios andcontrol strategies to help guide public health interventions. The well-posedness of the model was verified, ensuring the existence and uniqueness of its solutions based on continuity, local Lipschitz conditions, and invariance over a compact feasible region. The basic reproduction number (R0), a significant indicator of disease transmission, was calculated using the Next Generation Method (NGM). Four equilibrium points were identified: the disease-free, COVID-19-only, dengue-only, and COVID-19-dengue co-infection equilibrium points. Threshold values of the basic reproduction number were calculated to establish the conditions for the existence and stability of the equilibrium points. These equilibrium points and threshold values provide critical insight into the conditions necessary for eradicating or controlling each disease, serving as a guide for developing interventions during different stages of an epidemic or pandemic. Furthermore, a phase diagram of two parameters sensitive to R0 (COVID-19 transmission βc and dengue vector-to-human transmission Cvh) was established which presented six distinct regions of existence and stability states of the equilibrium points. These regions described different stable epidemiological scenarios whenever the parameter values were varied. Numerical simulations were conducted to verify the stability results and to analyze the effects of varied parameter values on the model solution. The simulations illustrated the positive impacts of reducing the recovery period on the spread of infections even with increasing transmission rates. This demonstrates the effectiveness of timely interventions, such as accelerated recovery through early diagnosis and treatment, in mitigating the severity of outbreaks. All the algebraic calculations, analysis, and numerical simulations were conducted with the aid of MATLAB R2023b and Maple software
Pengaruh Olahraga untuk Mencegah Osteoporosis terhadap Kepadatan Mineral Tulang pada Wanita Usia 25-35 Tahun
No full textReports of surveys on exercises that can increase bone mineral density (BMD) have already been proven in many studies. One of the efforts to organize formal physical exercise for every level of society is the formation of Senam Pencegahan Osteoporosis (SPO) - Physical Exercise to Prevent Osteoporosis. Is SPO able to increase BMD for women aged 25-35 years? A total of 46 healthy young women ranging from 25 -35 years of age who had never done or even were not involved in any exercise before the time of the study were divided into two groups (23 experimental and 23 control participants) and volunteered to proceed a three times a week of this exercise for 3,5 months. BMD was measured by using Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA). A significant increase of BMD in the ulna, vertebral lumbar 2, and vertebral lumbar 1-2 was detected in the experimental group. There is a strong indication that SPO can increase BMD, especially in the ulna, which has a high risk of osteoporosis.Laporan survei tentang latihan yang dapat meningkatkan kepadatan mineral tulang (BMD) telah dibuktikan dalam banyak penelitian. Salah satu upaya untuk menyelenggarakan latihan fisik formal bagi semua lapisan masyarakat adalah pembentukan Senam Pencegahan Osteoporosis (SPO). Apakah SPO mampu meningkatkan BMD bagi wanita usia 25-35 tahun? Sebanyak 46 orang wanita muda sehat berusia 25 -35 tahun yang belum pernah melakukan atau bahkan tidak terlibat dalam latihan apa pun sebelum waktu penelitian, dibagi menjadi dua kelompok (23 peserta eksperimen dan 23 peserta kontrol) dan secara sukarela mengikuti latihan ini tiga kali seminggu selama 3,5 bulan. BMD diukur dengan menggunakan Dual Energy X-ray Absorptiometry (DEXA). Peningkatan BMD yang signifikan terdeteksi pada kelompok eksperimen, vertebra lumbar 2, dan vertebra lumbar 1-2. Ada indikasi kuat bahwa SPO dapat meningkatkan BMD, terutama pada ulna, yang memiliki risiko tinggi osteoporosis