Is the adoption of best practice in business associated with improved environmental performance? And what methods can he used to assess and compare the environmental practices and performance of different companies?...Is the adoption of best practice in business associated with improved environmental performance? And what methods can he used to assess and compare the environmental practices and performance of different companies? In this paper, through case anatysis, the business environmental practices and performance of five companies in the manufacturing sector were examined and scored. Assessing these companies practices and performance according to “The best practice model” designed by Australian Manufacturing Council (AMC. 1994). The finding shows that there is strong correlation between environmental practices and performance of companies (r=0.85, p〈0.05), and indicates that corporate paying attention to environmental issue will improve its all performances in business.展开更多
Language learning must be conducted on the basis of acquisition, and the acquisition needs a certain environment as the material guarantee for the implementation of the learning activities. In China, English teaching ...Language learning must be conducted on the basis of acquisition, and the acquisition needs a certain environment as the material guarantee for the implementation of the learning activities. In China, English teaching lacks an advantageous learning environment as a Foreign Language (EFL) Teaching, which is one of main factors that more time is spent on the teaching but efficiency is not improved correspondingly. Therefore, we should attach more importance to the present situation and its causes. In this essay, present Situation is analyzed through the practical research, and the causes are explored to help to improve the efficiency of foreign language learning.展开更多
Objective:To investigate the status quo of nursing practice environment,nurses'safety attitude,and occupational well-being,as well as to explore the relationship among the three,so as to provide reference for form...Objective:To investigate the status quo of nursing practice environment,nurses'safety attitude,and occupational well-being,as well as to explore the relationship among the three,so as to provide reference for formulating and implementing corresponding measures.Methods:A cross-sectional survey was conducted from October 2021 to December 2021.A total of 1,939 nurses from five tertiary hospitals in a city were surveyed using the Nurses5 Practice Environment Assessment Scale,Safety Attitudes Questionnaire,and Medical WorkersJ Occupational Wellbeing Scale.The data were analyzed using SPSS 22.0.Results:The total score of nurses5 practice environment was 68.81±27.79 points,which is at a relatively general level;the total score of nurses'safety attitude was 111.28±14.38 points,which is at a moderate level;and the total score of occupational well-being was 62.43±28.17 points,which is relatively high.There was a significant positive correlation between nurses'practice environment and their safety attitudes and occupational well-being(p<0.05).Conclusion:Nurses are the main human resources in hospitals,and their practice environment is closely related to patient safety and their work enthusiasm.An unhealthy practice environment not only affects the quality of care,which leads to patient safety issues,but also their job satisfaction.Nurse managers are encouraged to implement targeted interventions in advance to improve nurses,practice environment,strengthen safety attitudes,and enhance the professional wellbeing of nurses.展开更多
The International Hotel & Restaurant Association, invites hotels and restaurants worldwide to apply today for its 2004 "Environmental Award" which will recognize the best "Innovation in Environmenta...The International Hotel & Restaurant Association, invites hotels and restaurants worldwide to apply today for its 2004 "Environmental Award" which will recognize the best "Innovation in Environmental Best Practice" in two categories: one independent and展开更多
IH&RA, the International Hotel & Restaurant Association (www.ih-ra.com), announced the winners of the 2004 IH&RA Environmental Award - "Innovation in Environmental Best Practice" - at the Closing...IH&RA, the International Hotel & Restaurant Association (www.ih-ra.com), announced the winners of the 2004 IH&RA Environmental Award - "Innovation in Environmental Best Practice" - at the Closing Gala Dinner of the IH&RA 41st Annual Congress held 19-21 November 2004 in Istanbul Turkey. In its 13th year, this Award was sponsored by founding partner UNEP, the United Nations Environment Programme, and by founding sponsor American Express, as well as sponsors Green Globe 21, Onity and Shell LPG. Applications were received from hospitality establishments from countries as diverse as Turkey, China, Canada, Pakistan, South Africa, Norway and Aruba! And the展开更多
基金Supported by the Soft Science of Shandong Province(No,A200418-3)and the Item"Eco-planning and Environmental Management in the Coastal Area of China"of the Environmental DevelopmentAgency of Canada(No.CIDA-Tier-1).
文摘Is the adoption of best practice in business associated with improved environmental performance? And what methods can he used to assess and compare the environmental practices and performance of different companies? In this paper, through case anatysis, the business environmental practices and performance of five companies in the manufacturing sector were examined and scored. Assessing these companies practices and performance according to “The best practice model” designed by Australian Manufacturing Council (AMC. 1994). The finding shows that there is strong correlation between environmental practices and performance of companies (r=0.85, p〈0.05), and indicates that corporate paying attention to environmental issue will improve its all performances in business.
文摘Language learning must be conducted on the basis of acquisition, and the acquisition needs a certain environment as the material guarantee for the implementation of the learning activities. In China, English teaching lacks an advantageous learning environment as a Foreign Language (EFL) Teaching, which is one of main factors that more time is spent on the teaching but efficiency is not improved correspondingly. Therefore, we should attach more importance to the present situation and its causes. In this essay, present Situation is analyzed through the practical research, and the causes are explored to help to improve the efficiency of foreign language learning.
文摘Objective:To investigate the status quo of nursing practice environment,nurses'safety attitude,and occupational well-being,as well as to explore the relationship among the three,so as to provide reference for formulating and implementing corresponding measures.Methods:A cross-sectional survey was conducted from October 2021 to December 2021.A total of 1,939 nurses from five tertiary hospitals in a city were surveyed using the Nurses5 Practice Environment Assessment Scale,Safety Attitudes Questionnaire,and Medical WorkersJ Occupational Wellbeing Scale.The data were analyzed using SPSS 22.0.Results:The total score of nurses5 practice environment was 68.81±27.79 points,which is at a relatively general level;the total score of nurses'safety attitude was 111.28±14.38 points,which is at a moderate level;and the total score of occupational well-being was 62.43±28.17 points,which is relatively high.There was a significant positive correlation between nurses'practice environment and their safety attitudes and occupational well-being(p<0.05).Conclusion:Nurses are the main human resources in hospitals,and their practice environment is closely related to patient safety and their work enthusiasm.An unhealthy practice environment not only affects the quality of care,which leads to patient safety issues,but also their job satisfaction.Nurse managers are encouraged to implement targeted interventions in advance to improve nurses,practice environment,strengthen safety attitudes,and enhance the professional wellbeing of nurses.
文摘The International Hotel & Restaurant Association, invites hotels and restaurants worldwide to apply today for its 2004 "Environmental Award" which will recognize the best "Innovation in Environmental Best Practice" in two categories: one independent and
文摘IH&RA, the International Hotel & Restaurant Association (www.ih-ra.com), announced the winners of the 2004 IH&RA Environmental Award - "Innovation in Environmental Best Practice" - at the Closing Gala Dinner of the IH&RA 41st Annual Congress held 19-21 November 2004 in Istanbul Turkey. In its 13th year, this Award was sponsored by founding partner UNEP, the United Nations Environment Programme, and by founding sponsor American Express, as well as sponsors Green Globe 21, Onity and Shell LPG. Applications were received from hospitality establishments from countries as diverse as Turkey, China, Canada, Pakistan, South Africa, Norway and Aruba! And the