Corak hilang upaya dalam kalangan pekerja di Malaysia: kajian kes bagi pencarum PERKESO

Kecederaan yang berkait dengan pekerjaan merupakan suatu isu yang perlu diambil berat untuk mengurangkan permasalahan hilang upaya dan kematian di tempat kerja. Pekerja sihat dan berproduktiviti tinggi merupakan salah satu faktor yang penting kepada peningkatan ekonomi sesebuah negara. Kajian ini bertujuan untuk mengenal pasti corak hilang upaya bagi pekerja yang dilindungi Skim Bencana Pekerjaan di bawah Pertubuhan Keselamatan Sosial Malaysia (PERKESO) untuk tahun 2009-2013. Berdasarkan perihalan diskriptif yang diperoleh, sebanyak 80% daripada jumlah keseluruhan pekerja yang mengalami masalah hilang upaya atau kematian di tempat kerja merupakan pekerja lelaki. Selain itu, pekerja yang berumur 25 tahun dan ke atas lebih terdedah kepada kecederaan dan kematian yang berkait dengan pekerjaan. Dapatan kajian ini menunjukkan faktor sosiodemografi seperti jantina dan umur, serta tahap hilang upaya merupakan beberapa faktor penting yang perlu dipertimbangkan dalam mengenal pasti corak hilang upaya dalam kalangan pekerja

Architectural education : peer culture in design studio and its relationship with designing interest

Architectural design studio is an active educational site: it is not only to be defined as a visible space; it is also a way of thinking and learning. Within its physical and virtual qualities, there seems to be the presence ofunique peer cultural signifying practices that are influential to the learning and social process ofthe design students. Nevertheless, there is a lack of knowledge concerning this intriguing and invisible phenomenon. This study is an attempt to investigate this phenomenon by unfolding its hidden manifesting elements and their relationships to the multiple events of design and social cognition. At the same time, this investigation will examine its possible benefits for the learning of design among students both at the personal and interpersonal level. This study also attempts to identify the fundamental differences between studio peer culture and other cultures, in different fields of study. It is considered as a useful approach by looking at this phenomenon from a different point ofview to verify its possible significant influences. A multiple-strategy that combined qualitative and quantitative approach for comparative measures was employed in this investigation. Such a strategy allows for the triangulation of results and findings in order to provide a richer picture of the cultural phenomenon being studied. The unfolding process began with qualitative investigation by using individual interviews to identify possible shared commonalities among the studio learning peers. Following this investigation was a focus group study that involved participants who had dual learning experiences in the design studio and other learning environments. Subsequently, a survey study was formulated based on 'constructs' identified in earlier findings. This was for the purposes of comparative and quantitative investigation oflarger samples. From the various stages of investigation, several interesting findings were revealed. There were notable commonalities shared among the design studio peers. Findings indicated that they had particular ways of learning and socializing with their peers. These were manifested in the form of meaningful words, models ofreferences, non-verbal behaviours and intrinsic values. These shared commonalities were further exemplified by findings from the comparative investigation. The findings revealed that studio peers had fundamental differences in the way they construed their learning, situational and social events in comparison with peers from different learning environments. One of the key contributions ofthis study is the provision of a more meaningful approach to understanding studio peer culture and its influences on design learning. This may also serves as an observational tool for design learning process and development

KEBERKESANAN PENGAPLIKASIAN KERANGKA KECEMERLANGAN PERNIAGAAN MALAYSIA

Model perniagaan dirangka bagi membantu peniaga merancang dan menguruskan aktiviti perniagaan agar dapat bertahan dan berkembang. Bagi memastikan operasi perniagaan berjalan lancar, pembentukan dan pemilihan model perniagaan yang jelas amat diperlukan bagi perkembangan perniagaan. Model perniagaan adalah perancangan bagaimana syarikat mencari wang melalui pembelian dan penjualan barangan dan perkhidmatan. Di Malaysia, Kerangka Kecemerlangan Perniagaan Malaysia (MBEF) telah diperkenal dan digunakan bagi meningkatkan produktiviti perniagaan sebagai panduan kepada para peniaga ke arah kecemerlangan dalam perniagaan. Model perniagaan MBEF ini diharapkan dapat membantu para peniaga untuk mengembangkan perniagaan yang dijalankan. Oleh itu, kajian ini bertujuan untuk melihat sejauh mana keberkesanan model MBEF yang diaplikasikan dalam perniagaan di Malaysia. Kajian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan reka bentuk penerokaan. Data dikumpulkan melalui kaedah analisis dokumen dan temu bual dengan semi struktur. Data kemudiannya dianalisis menggunakan kaedah analisis kandungan. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan MBEF berupaya membantu syarikat seperti Sophia Taha Holdings Sdn Bhd (STHSB) dan Afy Haniff Group (M) Sdn Bhd dalam pengeluaran produk dan penyediaan perkhidmatan terbaik. MBEF juga membuktikan pemilihan model perniagaan yang tepat mampu mengoptimumkan keuntungan, menambah baik sistem pengurusan serta membantu perkembangan perniagaan ke peringkat global. The business model is designed to assist merchants in planning and managing business activities in order to ensure the survival and longevity of their businesses. The formation and selection of a good business model are crucial for business development in order to provide the smooth running of the business. A company's business model describes how it produces money by buying and selling goods and services. In Malaysia, the Malaysian Business Excellence Framework (MBEF) has been introduced and is being used to boost business productivity and steer merchants toward business excellence. The MBEF business model is expected to assist traders in expanding their operations. As a result, this research aims to see how effective the MBEF model is in Malaysian companies. This is a qualitative study with an exploratory study design. Data was gathered through document analysis and semi structured interview. The data were analyzed using content analysis method. The findings show that MBEF can help businesses like Sophia Taha Holdings Sdn Bhd (STHSB) and Afy Haniff Group (M) Sdn Bhd produce high-quality products and provide excellent service. MBEF also demonstrates that selecting a suitable business model may increase profitability, improve management processes, and aid global business expansion.  Model perniagaan dirangka bagi membantu peniaga merancang dan menguruskan aktiviti perniagaan agar dapat bertahan dan berkembang. Bagi memastikan operasi perniagaan berjalan lancar, pembentukan dan pemilihan model perniagaan yang jelas amat diperlukan bagi perkembangan perniagaan. Model perniagaan adalah perancangan bagaimana syarikat mencari wang melalui pembelian dan penjualan barangan dan perkhidmatan. Di Malaysia, Kerangka Kecemerlangan Perniagaan Malaysia (MBEF) telah diperkenal dan digunakan bagi meningkatkan produktiviti perniagaan sebagai panduan kepada para peniaga ke arah kecemerlangan dalam perniagaan. Model perniagaan MBEF ini diharapkan dapat membantu para peniaga untuk mengembangkan perniagaan yang dijalankan. Oleh itu, kajian ini bertujuan untuk melihat sejauh mana keberkesanan model MBEF yang diaplikasikan dalam perniagaan di Malaysia. Kajian ini adalah berbentuk penerokaan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif. Data dikumpul dari pelbagai dokumen dan dianalisis menggunakan kaedah analisis tematik. Dapatan kajian menunjukkan MBEF berupaya membantu syarikat seperti Sophia Taha Holdings Sdn Bhd (STHSB) dan Afy Haniff Group (M) Sdn Bhd dalam pengeluaran produk dan penyediaan perkhidmatan terbaik. MBEF juga membuktikan pemilihan model perniagaan yang tepat mampu mengoptimumkan keuntungan, menambah baik sistem pengurusan serta membantu perkembangan perniagaan ke peringkat global. Kata kunci: model perniagaan, kerangka kecemerlangan perniagaan Malaysia (MBEF), Malaysia, perniagaa

Markov chain model and stationary test: a case study on Malaysia Social Security (SOCSO)

Recently, the Markov chain model, which is a model that depends on the probability of transition, has been widely used in areas related to health problems. This article aims to build the yearly transition model for the health state of workers who contribute under the Employment Injury Scheme (EIS) SOCSO in Malaysia using the Markov chain model. In addition, the stationary test is carried out to confirm whether the model can be used for the projection of transition probabilities of the contributors’ health levels

Sustainability of chicken meat production in achieving food security in Malaysia

Background:Chicken meat is vital in Malaysia since protein-based food is needed in human’s diet and the meat is socially and religiously acceptable by Malaysian. Hence, in order to ensure sufficient supply of chicken meat at affordable price either for present or future consumption, sustainable chicken meat production is needed. Objectives: The aim of this paper is to discuss the framework of sustainable chicken production in ensuring food security. Results: Chicken production industries in Malaysia had rapidly increase due to the increase in demand for consumption. Demand of halal food and increase in cost of living is a main issue of food security in Malaysia Conclusion: Thus, the sustainable production framework in poultry production had been importance in combating the food security issues in Malaysia

A Review of Sensory Design Physical Learning Environment for Autism Centre in Malaysia

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental disorder that impairs verbal and non-verbal communication and social interaction by showing themselves in repetitive behaviour, sensory issues, and cognitive delay. With proper learning environment, autistic children can continue their lives with their peers who exhibit regular development. The paper aims to develop a conceptual sensory design of Autism Physical Learning Environment.  The objective is to identify sensory issues for design consideration in a physical learning environment. Perhaps, this could help designers to gain better understand the variables of certain school design features and school facilities.

Developing a Questionnaire on Autistic Learning Environment

Developing a new questionnaire as a tool used in data collection might be the greatest challenge.  The survey must be both valid and reliable.The purpose of the paper is to describe the processes undertaken to develop the questionnaire to measure awareness and knowledge among who involves in the autistic learning environment. The researcher refers to the expertise to check the quality of the tool. Each expert independently evaluated all details regarding the relevance, the clarity, and the understandability of the instrument. The overall content of the questionnaire comprises of sensory stimulation, sensory sensitivity, sensory design, and physical learning environment.  Keywords: Autism, pre-testing, questionnaire;eISSN: 2398-4287 © 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer-review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia.DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/e-bpj.v5i13.172

Reliability and Validity of the Questionnaire for Autism Environment: A pilot survey

The increasing numbers of autism give impact to the country, community and family. The only way to help autistic children is to provide them with proper education. Thus, architects play roles in creating responsive buildings. A pilot test has carried out on a group of people similar to the research population. The objective is to assess the reliability and validity of a questionnaire. Four sections (144 items) determining the frequency of Sensory Sensitivity, Sensory Stimulation, Sensory Design and Physical Learning Environment. Respondent (N=35) completed the survey and the reliability test resultant to reveal inconsistencies and revising the criteria accordingly. Keywords: Autism; validity; reliability; pilot test; eISSN: 2398-4287© 2020. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v5i15.247

Mole: Furry Animals, In-House Spies Or Amount Of Substance? Vocabulary Problems In Teaching Science

Mata pelajaran Sains dan Matematik diajar dalam bahasa inggeris di tahun satu, tingkatan satu serta enam rendah di sekolah kebangsaan mulai tahun 2003 sebelum dilaksanakan sepenuhnya pada semua peringkat sekolah menjelang 2008

Determinant Factors of Sensory in Creating Autism Learning Environment

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have difficulty sitting still, focusing, and attending the task. Creating a sensory environment would promote a conducive environment for them. Sensory sensitivity, sensory stimulation, sensory design, and physical learning environment are the key concepts contributing to the autism environment. The study goal is to explore the design criteria for creating a conducive environment for autism.  This article is to examine the reliability and validity of the four main constructs.  This is important to ensure the quality of achieving the data. The study's significance is to provide a guideline during the design stage and improve the autism learning environment. Keywords: Autism Spectrum Disorder; Principal Component Analysis, Autism Environment. eISSN: 2398-4287© 2021. The Authors. Published for AMER ABRA cE-Bs by e-International Publishing House, Ltd., UK. This is an open access article under the CC BYNC-ND license (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/4.0/). Peer–review under responsibility of AMER (Association of Malaysian Environment-Behaviour Researchers), ABRA (Association of Behavioural Researchers on Asians/Africans/Arabians) and cE-Bs (Centre for Environment-Behaviour Studies), Faculty of Architecture, Planning & Surveying, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia. DOI: https://doi.org/10.21834/ebpj.v6i16.269