scholarly journals Assessing environmental fragility in a mining areafor specific spatial planning purposes

2019 ◽  
Vol 27 (3) ◽  
pp. 169-182 ◽  
Author(s):  
Radu-Matei Cocheci ◽  
Ioan Ianoş ◽  
Cătălin Niculae Sârbu ◽  
Anthony Sorensen ◽  
Irina Saghin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Spatial Planning ◽  
Mining Area ◽  
Criteria And Indicators ◽  
Economic Issues ◽  
Physical Environments ◽  
Administrative Unit ◽  
Quality Of Living ◽  
Develop Environment ◽  
Western Romania

Abstract Environmental fragility in a mining area is evaluated both in terms of its biophysical (natural) and socio-economic components and their anthropogenic interactions. We identified multiple criteria and indicators for this task, but then reduced these according to responses given by 60 experts in domains related to spatial planning. We used the selected criteria and indicators to develop environment fragility indices for each territorial administrative unit (LAU2) in Gorj County in south-western Romania. The resulting indices reveal quite large spatial variations in fragility and evidence that highly fragile human and physical environments are to some extent intertwined. In this respect, such environmental components as climate, soils, ecosystems, natural hazards and economic issues provide constraints on human activities, whilst humans themselves can, without sufficient care, increase fragility and adversely affect the quality of living environments for present and future generations. We also explore how such estimates of natural and anthropogenic fragility might enable better specific planning for local and regional development that aims to ameliorate both environmental and human adversity in an integrated way.

scholarly journals QUALITY OF LIVING ASSESSMENT IN RURAL ROMANIA. AN ANALYSIS OF SETTLEMENTS WITH LOW ACCESSIBILITY TO MEDICAL SERVICES

2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Vlad Teodor BERBECAR ◽  
Radu-Matei COCHECI ◽  
Andreea ACASANDRE ◽  
Gener ISMAIL ◽  
Gabriel MIRCESCU
Keyword(s):  
Low Income ◽  
Principal Component ◽  
Mean Value ◽  
Housing Quality ◽  
Medical Services ◽  
Education Levels ◽  
Administrative Unit ◽  
Quality Of Living ◽  
Basic Infrastructure

Several factors contribute to the lower quality of living of post-communist countries like Romania, such as housing quality, access to basic infrastructure or services including healthcare, and low income and education levels. To evaluate to what extent the quality of living is related to social and economic factors, including access to medical services, a field questionnaire was applied to 703 respondents from 8 settlements located in the South-East of Romania. Using the Principal Component Analysis, four determinants were selected to compute a Quality of Living Index (QoLI): sewage, room surface per dweller, dwelling accessibility and fuel use for cooking. The QoLI computed for each respondent varied between 29.7 and 94.8 with a mean value of 58.5. It was directly related to the level of education and income and with several healthcare parameters. The mean value for each Local Administrative Unit was used to establish a ranking, with the commune of Mihail Kogălniceanu (Constanța county) having the highest average QoLI, and the commune of Brăești (Buzău county) having the lowest average QoLI. The QoLI of investigated settlements was in line with the results reported by other studies that assessed the socio-economic development of towns and it can be used as a tool to establish the level of living conditions and to prioritize the need of intervention.

EXPLORING HEALTHCARE ARCHITECTURE THROUGH THE MEDIUM OF FILM: Motives and Techniques

2014 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
pp. 29
Author(s):  
Stephen Verderber
Keyword(s):  
Real World ◽  
The Real ◽  
Healthcare Settings ◽  
Interdisciplinary Field ◽  
Body Of Knowledge ◽  
Behavior Setting ◽  
Physical Environments ◽  
Scant Attention ◽  
History Of

The interdisciplinary field of person-environment relations has, from its origins, addressed the transactional relationship between human behavior and the built environment. This body of knowledge has been based upon qualitative and quantitative assessment of phenomena in the “real world.” This knowledge base has been instrumental in advancing the quality of real, physical environments globally at various scales of inquiry and with myriad user/client constituencies. By contrast, scant attention has been devoted to using simulation as a means to examine and represent person-environment transactions and how what is learned can be applied. The present discussion posits that press-competency theory, with related aspects drawn from functionalist-evolutionary theory, can together function to help us learn of how the medium of film can yield further insights to person-environment (P-E) transactions in the real world. Sampling, combined with extemporary behavior setting analysis, provide the basis for this analysis of healthcare settings as expressed throughout the history of cinema. This method can be of significant aid in examining P-E transactions across diverse historical periods, building types and places, healthcare and otherwise, otherwise logistically, geographically, or temporally unattainable in real time and space.

Conceptual imposings of quality management of system of production of composite materials for it is rocket the space equipment

2017 ◽  
Vol 14 (4) ◽  
pp. 30-38
Author(s):  
V. G. Isaev ◽  
T. N. Antipova
Keyword(s):  
Composite Materials ◽  
Quality Management ◽  
Evaluation Criteria ◽  
Criteria And Indicators ◽  
Properties Of Materials ◽  
A Priority ◽  
Required Quality

Basic provisions of the concept and methodology of production of composite materials for the missile and space equipment are offered. The system of the purposes realizing the principle of a priority of the purposes of the customer is offered. The system of evaluation criteria and indicators of quality of composite materials the realizing interrelation of requirements of the customer to quality of material and dependence of ensuring the required quality on the used technologies is developed. It is shown that for ensuring quality of composite materials for units and the RKT systems first of all it is necessary development of mathematical dependences of properties of materials on parameters of the technological modes in the conditions of obligatory implementation of requirements of the customer.

Yoga and Wellness—Key Insights from the Study on General Yoga Programme

2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (1) ◽  
pp. 51-63
Author(s):  
Rabindra Acharya ◽  
Gopal P. Mahapatra ◽  
Kadamibini Acharya
Keyword(s):  
Relevant Literature ◽  
Health And Wellness ◽  
Human Beings ◽  
Recent Past ◽  
Facilitative Role ◽  
Quality Of Living ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Simplified Form

Human beings have always strived towards excellence and progress since time immemorial. Industrialisation, automation and technological disruptions have led to increased comfort and quality of living of human beings and enhanced output, productivity and efficiency. Consequently, of late, health and wellness are receiving increased attention globally. Stress and stress-related diseases and workplace-related ailments have significantly increased over the last few decades and gained attention from society and industrial organisations. In the recent past, in the coronavirus pandemic context, wellness has been focused upon in many countries, communities and organisations worldwide. Yoga has been part of the Indian ethos for centuries. In this article, the authors discuss the General Yoga Programme (GYP), its broad coverage, and the impact it has had on the participants in terms of their wellness. With the help of a survey of the participants and linking it to relevant literature and research in the field, the authors highlight how GYP is a useful tool for enhancing various wellness dimensions. They recommend that GYP in its simplified form can be extended to the workplace; and also, HR professionals can play a facilitative role in the process.

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF NATURAL AND SERENE ENVIRONMENT TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIVING IN TINY HOMES

2021 ◽  
Vol 19 (16) ◽  
Author(s):  
Murni Zainal ◽  
Azhan Abdul Aziz
Keyword(s):  
Case Studies ◽  
Urban Area ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Prototype Model ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
Supportive Environment ◽  
Detached House ◽  
Quality Of Living

Tiny homes are defined as a small dwelling in the form of a moveable unit, cabin or detached house which is sized to meet its occupants’ needs. Besides affordability, sustainability and minimalist lifestyle, the occupants’ demand for a cosy environment with a window or porch overlooking a garden. The objectives of the study are to investigate the benefits of utilising nature and serenity in promoting a supportive environment to achieve user well-being. Quantitative methodology was applied in this study using three case studies (CS1 at Urban area: Prototype Model of Microhouse, CS2 at Sub urban area: The Cabin Boutique Resort and SC3 at Outskirts area: Meraki Tiny House). The tool, ``Perceived Sensory Dimensions “(PSDs)” was used for respondents to evaluate the surrounding environment of the case studies by showing photos of two sensory dimension models (PSDs Nature and Serene). Close-ended questionnaires were distributed to the 21 respondents from the millennials group, to rate each perception for each case study. The results have shown that a natural and serene environment for CS3 is most preferred because of the aspirational quality of its PSDs, followed by CS2 and CS1.

BUILDING THE SAFE CITY PLANNING CONCEPT : AN ANALYSIS OF PRECEDING STUDIES

2015 ◽  
Vol 75 (9) ◽  
Author(s):  
Arinah Rozhan ◽  
Yunos, M. Y. M. ◽  
Md Azree Othuman Mydin ◽  
Nor Kalsum Mohd Isa ◽  
Noor Fazamimah Mohd Ariffin ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Land Use Planning ◽  
Fear Of Crime ◽  
City Planning ◽  
Hot Spot ◽  
Living Environment ◽  
Main Concept ◽  
Public Transport System ◽  
Quality Of Living ◽  
Planning Concept

The upsetting number of crime occurring in the cities evokes the fear of crime among the civilians. In order to provide a good quality of living environment, a safe city planning must be implemented. To achieve this, several safe city concepts are reviewed. This paper aim to study several safe city concepts done by other researchers. In order to search for the best safe city concepts, a qualitative method research which involves content analysis is the most suitable approach to be employed in this study. This research will develop a new safe city conceptual framework based on the synergy of the previous studies. It is noted that the main concept of safe city planning are the activities and proposition of land use planning, identification of hot spot crime areas, improvement of physical environment and public transport system and appropriate surveillance. 

scholarly journals Implementasi Regulasi Tentang Surveyor Kadaster Berlisensi dalam Percepatan Pendaftaran Tanah di Kantor Wilayah Badan Pertanahan Provinsi Sumatera Utara

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 217
Author(s):  
Eko Budi Wahyono
Keyword(s):  
Spatial Planning ◽  
Qualitative Method ◽  
Work Ethic ◽  
Financial Capability ◽  
Regional Office ◽  
Land Registration ◽  
The North ◽  
Physical Data

Abstract:  This research aim to understand the implementation of the regulation of licensed cadaster surveyor in The Regional Office of National Land Agency of the North Sumatera Province on the acceleration of land registration. The research using qualitative method by describing the results of observation, interview and data of the implementation of accelerated land registration, specifically on the collectors of physical data (PULDASIK – Pengumpul Data Fisik) of the licensed cadastral surveyor, referring to the Regulation of The Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/Head of National Land Agency Republic of Indonesia Nr. 33 year 2016 and the Regulation of The Minister of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning/Head of National Land Agency Nr. 11 year 2017. The results show that: the implementation of the regulation of Licensed Cadastral Surveyor has not been fully implemented, caused by the limitation of:  the number of KJSKB and SKB;  ASK graduated from D1 PPK-STPN prefer to do apprenticeship so they did not interested in joining KJSKB, and the limitation of financial capability of the KJSKB/SKB. The implementation of the regulation of Licensed Cadastral Surveyor also inhibited by the requirements mentioned on the regulation itself. Moreover, the competency and quality of the SKB is noticed as above the standard, and have unprofessional work ethic. It is recommended to increase the acceptance of Licensed Cadastral Surveyor, and those who already passed the test should forming KJSKB and improve their professionalism by acquiring certificate of competence when they follow the examination to obtain the license. Intisari: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui implementasi regulasi tentang Surveyor Kadaster Berlisensi di Kantor Wilayah Badan Pertanahan Nasional Provinsi Sumatera Utara dalam percepatan pendaftaran tanah. Metode penelitian menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan dideskriptifkan berdasarkan pengamatan, interview, dan data pelaksanaan percepatan pendaftaran tanah khusus pengumpul data fisik (PULDASIK) Surveyor Kadaster Berlisensi dengan berpedoman pada Peraturan Menteri Agraria dan Tata Ruang/Kepala Badan Pertanahan Nasional Republik Indonesia  Nomor 33 Tahun 2016 dan Peraturan Menteri Agraria dan Tata Ruang/Kepala Badan Pertanahan Nasional Republik Indonesia Nomor 11 Tahun 2017. Diperoleh hasil bahwa implementasi regulasi tentang Surveyor Kadaster Berlisensi belum dijalankan sepenuhnya. Hal ini disebabkan oleh keterbatasan jumlah KJSKB dan SKB, ASK lulusan D1 PPK-STPN lebih menyukai magang sehingga tidak mau bergabung dengan KJSKB dan keterbatasan modal keuangan yang dimiliki KJSKB/SKB. Pelaksanakan regulasi Surveyor Kadaster Berlisensi juga terhambat oleh persyaratan yang ada di dalam regulasi Surveyor Kadaster Berlisensi, kualitas kompetensi SKB rendah, serta sikap kerja tidak profesional. Maka untuk itu direkomendasikan meningkatkan jumlah penerimaan Surveyor Kadaster Berlisensi dan yang telah lulus ujian lisensi untuk segera membentuk KJSKB dan meningkatkan profesionalisme Surveyor Kadaster Berlisensi dengan melengkapi sertipikat kompetensi saat ujian memperoleh lisensi.

scholarly journals Baukultur, Culture and Recreation-led Economic Development: The value of developing Sundre, Alberta’s qualities of living and place

2019 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 124
Author(s):  
Jonathan Allan
Keyword(s):  
Economic Development ◽  
Development Strategy ◽  
Direct Investment ◽  
Important Variable ◽  
Development Economic ◽  
Economic Diversification ◽  
Economic Development Strategy ◽  
Quality Of Place ◽  
Quality Of Living

<p>What are the most important factors related to economic development? This paper explores the essential variables necessary for destination development and inward direct investment. These variables include: quality of living, quality of infrastructure, and quality of workforce. Quality of living is considered the most important of these to spur on economic development. Many business operators would rather live where they invest making quality of place an equally important variable that is intrinsically linked to quality of living. Destination development through place-building techniques, informed by the concept of <em>baukultur,</em>is assessed using quality of living, economic development and economic diversification as markers. Quality of living and quality of place are inherently connected when attracting business and growing employment, therefore, these two terms will be referred to as QLP throughout this paper..  Intended to help program and policy planners understand these concepts, this paper will explore cases of successful exercises of destination development that involve recreation and culture-oriented place building. The paper will then look at how to apply learned QLP concepts toward a culture- and recreation-led economic development strategy for the small foothills community of Sundre, Alberta. </p><p><strong>Keywords: </strong>place building, quality of place, quality of living, <em>baukultur</em>, QLP, development, economic development, destination development, inward direct investment, creative class</p>

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