Security Conditions Research Articles

The Supervising Role of the Apron Movement Control (AMC) Unit on Aviation Security and Safety at Pattimura Ambon International Airport

Security and safety are crucial factors in aviation activities, considering the sensitivity of air transportation that requires assurance of safety at all times. The success of the AMC unit's tasks and responsibilities is measured by their ability to optimize supervision, thus creating safe and secure conditions, in accordance with applicable regulations. This study aims to evaluate the role of the AMC unit in ensuring security and safety in the airside area of Pattimura Ambon International Airport and to identify obstacles in supervision in the area. The approach used in this study is descriptive qualitative. The data collected consists of primary and secondary data. Primary data is obtained through observation and interviews, while secondary data comes from literature studies and photographs related to the problem being studied. Data analysis techniques involve data reduction, data presentation, and drawing conclusions. To ensure the validity of the data, triangulation techniques are used. The research was conducted in March 2024. The results of the study indicate that the AMC unit at Pattimura Ambon International Airport has carried out supervision well in accordance with the standard operating procedures PM-IK (Quality Procedures and Work Instructions). Supervision covers four components of the work area: Airport Operation Control Center (AOCC), Data Entry, Field Inspection, and Aviobridge Operations. Supervision is carried out through inspections every two hours for FOD and fuel spills, supervision of aircraft movements and engine running up/idle, GSE vehicle speed, and worker compliance with the use of Personal Protective Equipment. The AMC unit strives to implement the 3S+1C principle (Safety, Security, Service, and Compliance). The obstacles faced include a shortage of personnel, which causes an increase in workload and less than optimal supervision, as well as violations by service users or workers in the airside area, which have the potential to cause accidents.

Analysis of the Role of Aviation Security and Safety Supervision of The Aviation Security Unit (AVSEC) at Sultan Babullah Airport, Ternate

Security and safety are crucial factors in aviation activities, considering the sensitivity of air transportation that requires certainty of safety at all times. The success of the duties and responsibilities of the Aviation Security unit is measured by their ability to optimize their supervisory role, thus creating safe and secure conditions, in accordance with applicable regulations and free from unlawful acts at an airport. This study aims to determine the supervision of the Aviation Security unit on flight security and safety at Sultan Babullah Ternate Airport and the supporting equipment used in its supervision. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach. The data used are primary and secondary data. Primary data is obtained from observation and interviews, while secondary data comes from SOP, literature studies and photographs related to the problems studied. The data analysis techniques used are data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. The research time is in August - September 2023. The results of this study indicate that the role of the Aviation Security unit supervision at Sultan Babullah Ternate Airport has been carried out properly according to the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) starting from checking passenger travel documents (identity), passenger body screening (body search), passenger baggage screening, monitoring the movement of everyone in the terminal, conducting routine patrols in all areas of the airport including the perimeter fence. Supervision with competent personnel who have been licensed. Avsec unit supervision aims to prevent unlawful acts and maintain the security and safety of flight activities. Supporting equipment in carrying out supervision is an X-Ray machine, HHMD (Hand Held Metal Detector), WTMD (Walk Through Metal Detector), EDS (Explosive Detection System), patrol vehicles and Closed Circuit Television (CCTV).

SOCIO-ECONOMIC CONDITIONS AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH CHALLENGES OF WOMEN CONSTRUCTION WORKERS: A CASE STUDY IN MADURAI DISTRICT, TAMIL NADU

The construction sector plays an important role in the livelihoods of rural poor populations, contributing significantly to their economic sustenance. This study focuses on the status and significance of women construction workers in the Madurai district of Tamil Nadu. More than 3 lakh construction workers are employed in Tamil Nadu facing various challenges on a daily basis. Women in this sector encounter numerous issues including socio-economic hardships, environmental risks and health problems at the worksite. The present study investigates the socio-economic conditions and occupational health problems faced by women in Madurai’s construction industry. The construction sector a key employer in developing countries like India predominantly hires unskilled and semi-skilled labour. Women workers in construction industry endure long working hours, wage discrimination and adverse working conditions often with limited access to social security or healthcare. Data collected from 60 respondents through purposive sampling reveals that most of the women workers are between 30 and 50 years old and have only a primary level of education. Despite their significant contributions these women face a multitude of challenges such as health issues like neck and shoulder pain, anaemia and asthma with minimal awareness of medical insurance. The study highlights the urgent need for targeted interventions aimed at improving economic security, health awareness, and working conditions for women in the construction sector. KEYWORDS: construction women workers, marginalized, health problems, wage discrimination, livelihood.

Evaluation of the Iraqi Media Network's Proposed Strategy for the Period (2024-2028)

The strategy of the Iraqi media network has faced a significant challenge during the recent decades due to instability resulting from the political and security conditions experienced by Iraq. This deeply impacts various aspects of life, especially the media industry. In light of these circumstances, the idea of evaluating the proposed strategy for the Iraqi media network has emerged. The current research aims to study a crucial phase of strategic management, strategic evaluation, to assess the proposed strategy through data analysis, ensuring its implementation with minimal deviation from the planned course. The study focuses on studying and evaluating the proposed strategy for the Iraqi media network for the years 2024-2028, examining its effectiveness and alignment with the state's directions. That involves understanding the realism of strategic visions, plans, and programs and building a suitable conceptualization. This research focuses on environmental conditions and relies on scientific foundations and steps to formulate and evaluate the strategy. We created a study of senior figures, including general managers and experts in the Iraqi Media Network, 15 of whom purposefully selected the experts most relevant to the strategy and those responsible for evaluating it. The research hypothesis suggests a consensus among the network's managers and experts on the proposed strategy for the next five years in all its dimensions. The research results indicate that the reality of plans, programs, and visions is very good, developed by experienced leaders capable of evaluating the proposed strategy. The findings also demonstrate obvious acceptance of the strategy by the research sample and alignment with the proposed strategic alternative. Research Type: Research Paper

Exploring the Relationship between Hygiene Factors and Job Satisfaction in Workplace

The purpose of this research is to investigate the relationship that exists between hygiene factors and job satisfaction (JS) among the Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN) personnel in the workplace. The focus shall be directed toward the diligent personnel on board at Lumut Naval Base. The present study adopts a quantitative analysis methodology, employing a straightforward descriptive approach and correlation analysis through SPSS 23, wherein a sample of 220 employees was randomly selected for analysis. The empirical evidence suggests that there exist notable associations between job satisfaction (JS) and various factors, namely company policy, salary and benefits, and interpersonal relationships. The variables of job security and working conditions do not exhibit a statistically significant correlation with job satisfaction. The findings of this study suggest that there exists a noteworthy correlation between variables towards Job Satisfaction (JS). Therefore, there is no significant correlation between Job Security and Working Conditions in JS. The study's impact extends beyond the organization, encompassing the broader field, as it adds to the body of literature about the research elements. The utilization of models and theoretical frameworks in prospective investigations presents a distinct point for comprehending and interpreting phenomena that represents a noteworthy innovation within the context study.

Emergency frequency control method for power system containing wind generation based on coordination of frequency-autonomous-response, constant-power-control-switching and generator-tripping or load-shedding

Wind generators have the ability to quickly and flexibly control power, improving the freedom degree in emergency frequency control within the power system. The emergency frequency support can be provided to the grid by autonomously emulating synchronous generators that respond to frequency changes, constant-power-control-switching (CPCS) with advanced power reserves, generator-tripping (GT) or load-shedding (LS). However, these control methods are not always effectively coordinated, the frequency control potential of wind generators is not fully utilized due to the difficulty in quantifying security conditions and frequency control capability. Therefore, A novel concept, termed synthetic autonomous regulating speed proposed as a means of characterizing the frequency-autonomous-response (FAR) capability of the WG. A method for quantifying frequency security conditions of the power system containing WGs is proposed by establishing the dynamic frequency security domain under the joint effect of FAR of the WG and the SG, CPCS of the WG, and GT or LS. Thus, an improved emergency frequency control method based on the coordination between FAR, GT or LS, and CPCS of the wind generator is provided. Case studies demonstrate that this method can effectively reduce the amounts of GT or LS and CPCS while ensuring frequency security.

Future Food Security Challenges in Riau Province, Indonesia

The food crisis is a real problem in various regions around the world, including Indonesia. This phenomenon is influenced by the rate of population growth which is increasing while farmlands are depleting due to the conversion of land into settlements, especially in Riau Province which is experiencing food security threats. Food security projections are made to provide an overview of the future condition of food security in Riau Province to support sustainability. The basic data used are data for 2018 and 2019. The measurement method used is the scenario method and then the availability calculation method according to Minister of Agriculture Regulation Number 43/Permentan/OT.140/7/2010. Meanwhile, the calculation of food needs uses a formula taking into account the average consumption per capita per year from the regional agriculture service multiplied by the population in the year concerned. Then, the projections are measured using the arithmetic population growth formula approach for food availability and the geometric population growth formula for the food needs of the population. The food commodity in Riau Province used in the analysis is rice. The calculation results show that in the future food availability in Riau Province will not be able to meet its food needs. Keywords: availability of rice, rice needs, food security

Strategies for achieving the sustainable development goals across the wine chain: a review

In the face of escalating climate change impacts, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set forth by the United Nations present a comprehensive blueprint for achieving a better and more sustainable future for all. The wine industry, with its extensive global reach and significant economic impact, holds a unique position to contribute toward these goals. This review examines how the wine industry can, directly and indirectly, support all 17 SDGs through a multidisciplinary approach, incorporating extensive literature analysis. The study explores the alignment of wine industry practices with the SDGs across three key pillars: social, environmental, and governance goals. Social initiatives focus on enhancing livelihoods, food security, fair and safe working conditions, inclusive and ethical development among the workers and communities, education, and economic growth. Environmental efforts emphasize reducing the industry’s carbon footprint, conserving water, improving water and energy use efficiency, improving grapevine resilience against adverse environmental conditions, minimizing pollution, protecting biodiversity, creating more sustainable cities, and promoting moderate wine consumption. Governance goals highlight the importance of regulatory frameworks, wine industry standards, and stakeholder engagement in promoting sustainable, responsible and ethical practices, contributing to effective partnerships and institutional capacity. Conclusions highlight the wine industry’s commitment to sustainability as a catalyst for positive change, demonstrating that profitability and environmental stewardship can coexist. Future perspectives call for enhanced collaboration, research, education, supportive policies, robust monitoring, and equality initiatives. By embracing sustainable practices, the wine industry can play a vital role in advancing the global agenda for a more equitable, resilient, and sustainable future.

PERANCANGAN SISTEM MONITORING JARAK JAUH PINTU PINTAR RUMAH INDEKOS BERBASIS IOT (INTERNET OF THINGS) MENGGUNAKAN PLATFORM BLYNK

Security systems are crucial for ensuring the safety of residents, particularly in boarding houses, which tend to be more vulnerable to criminal activities. In this study, a door security system based on the IoT (Internet of Things) was developed using the Blynk platform. The system is designed to allow boarding house owners and residents to monitor door access via a smartphone, enhancing security more effectively and efficiently. The system utilizes a NodeMCU microcontroller as the control center, which is connected to a door sensor, and provides real-time notifications through the Blynk application. Additionally, activity log features and remote control capabilities are integrated into the system. Testing was conducted through simulation scenarios to evaluate the system's response to various security conditions. The results showed that the system operates effectively and provides real-time notifications to users. This system is expected to serve as an alternative solution for improving boarding house security that is easy to implement and use.

Measuring and analyzing the impact of portfolio investment on the trading volume index of the Iraq Stock Exchange for the period 2012-2022

The study aims to measure and analyze the role of portfolio investment in the trading volume index of the Iraqi securities market. The descriptive and analytical approach and the standard economics approach were used in building the model based on the EViews 13 program, as well as the use of the self-degradation model of distributed time gaps (ARDL). The study concluded that the statistically significant impact of portfolio investment on Iraq's short-term and long-term stock exchange volume index was demonstrated the study found that portfolio foreign investment is an important element of the economy. However, the Iraqi economy is an environment that is not attractive to investment because of the conditions of security and economic instability, which adversely affects foreign investors' willingness to invest and trade in the market. This is illustrated by the indicators during the course of the study, whether as regards the volume of non-Iraqis' trading or net portfolio investment and its impact on the volume index on the Iraq stock market. The study recommended the granting of many advantages and tax incentives to attract foreign investors to financial markets because of the great importance of portfolio investment in development and the development of the national economy as well as providing the right investment climate and working to diversify and develop new types of securities

The Impact of Escort Fees on the Consumption Behavior of Families of Expatriate Workers in the Private Sector in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

The study aimed to find out the impact of fees imposed on escorts on the consumer behavior of expatriate families in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia by studying purchase motives, sources of purchase decisions, economic factors and social factors when purchasing products. The study concluded that there was no effect of these factors on changing the consumption habits of expatriate families. Rather, factors intervened that led to the increasing control of most of these factors and their impact, especially with the deterioration of the economic and security conditions in the countries of arrivals, and the preference of most families to stay in the Kingdom.

Unravelling the European food security puzzle: exploring determinants and constructing a comprehensive measure

AbstractThe main objective of the presented paper is to show the current level of food security conditions in Europe and identify its determinants. The paper presents the development of the food security situation in Europe in the period 2001–2020. It shows in detail conditions in the year 2020 which were influenced by the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic across the continent. The analysis used the definition of food security and its pillars according to FAO. It used available data from FAOstat for 12 variables in 4 pillars of food security from 2001 to 2020 for 38 European countries to produce composite indicators using Data envelopment analysis. This was used as the dependent variable in panel models with five explanatory factors: added value in agriculture, fishing and forestry, trade openness, gross capital formation, urbanization, and temperature change obtained from the World Bank database. Relationship between variables was estimated using Fixed effects, Random effects, and Pooled mean group model. The analysis found that food security in Europe increased until 2014, then followed a decline which was not compensated until 2020. The weakest regions were identified in the South-eastern and Eastern parts of Europe. The most key factors in the long run were the gross capital formation, added value of agriculture and trade openness. The impact of urbanization and gross capital formation was more important in the short run than in the long run. The effect of temperature change was positive in the short run in most of the analyzed countries, despite its negative long-run influence. The added value of the presented paper in the theoretical field is its methodology, from a practical point of view the paper offers information which could be used in further addressing food security problem solutions.

FMCF: A fusing multiple code features approach based on Transformer for Solidity smart contracts source code summarization

A smart contract is a software program executed on a blockchain, designed to facilitate functionalities such as contract execution, asset administration, and identity validation within a secure and decentralized ecosystem. Summarizing the code of Solidity smart contracts aids developers in promptly grasping essential functionalities, thereby enhancing the security posture of Ethereum-based projects. Existing smart contract code summarization works mainly use traditional information retrieval and single code features, resulting in suboptimal performance. In this study, we propose a fusing multiple code features (FMCF) approach based on Transformer for Solidity summarization. First, FMCF created contract integrity modeling and state immutability modeling in the data preprocessing stage to process and filter data that meets security conditions. At the same time, FMCF retains the self-attention mechanism to construct the Graph Attention Network (GAT) encoder and CodeBERT encoder, which respectively extract multiple feature vectors of the code to ensure the integrity of the source code information. Furthermore, the FMCF uses a weighted summation method to input these two types of feature vectors into the feature fusion module for fusion and inputs the fused feature vectors into the Transformer decoder to obtain the final smart contract code summarization. The experimental results show that FMCF outperforms the standard baseline methods by 12.45% in the BLEU score and maximally preserves the semantic information and syntax structures of the source code. The results demonstrate that the FMCF can provide a good direction for future research on smart contract code summarization, thereby helping developers enhance the security of development projects.

Knowledge-Driven Data Sharing Governance: Developing a data provenance model for constructing context-aware data sharing frameworks for linkage data within the All of Us Research Program.

Health data access and sharing in the U.S. have been hindered by complex privacy and security conditions, limiting research and improvement of health outcomes. This challenge is even greater in minority and sensitive populations - who would benefit most from integrative research. The All of Us Research Program is a National Institutes of Health funded initiative aiming to enhance health research through the analysis of lifestyle, environment, and genetics data from over one million participants, with a focus on communities historically underrepresented in biomedical research. The program is enhancing the utility of data by incorporating passive data streams, such as claims, electronic health records (EHRs), environmental, geocodes, mortality, and residential history. Further, through the use of national health information exchange standards, All of Us also aims to address technical challenges in linking EHRs from health information networks to deliver a more complete longitudinal participant record. However, such an initiative necessitates a thoughtful approach through data awareness, advancing data access in ways that preserve individual privacy while increasing scientific utility. Here, we describe our privacy-preserving record linkage (PPRL) and data privacy risk disclosure control strategy, emphasizing fit-for-purpose data provisioning. Our knowledge-driven data ecosystem architecture leverages a combination of PPRL, data provenance, and geocoding at multiple levels to support context-aware data sharing granular access control.

Evaluación de la contaminación urbana por emisiones sonoras registradas con sonómetro y nodos sensores

The increase in noise emissions is associated with an increase in the population, with anthropic activities, and it is in urban centers where a series of effects on both the population and the environment occur. This research The present study covered the evaluation of the noise behavior in the city of Cuenca during 2019, for which monitoring was carried out in 31 points distributed in the city based on the average daily traffic, the ordinance of use and occupation of the land and the dynamics of the population; the The national environmental standard TULSMA (Unified Text of Secondary Legislation of the Ministry of the Environment) was taken as a reference. To establish the comparison of the data collected with a (low-cost, noise level) sensor and a sound level meter, measurements were made in 6 monitoring stations established on the basis of noise complaints made by citizens to the autonomous decentralized municipal government of Cuenca (GAD) and the security conditions to place for the placement of the equipment. The results showed that noise, in the city of Cuenca during 2019, noise is above the TULSMA environmental standard in Zone EQ1 (100 % of the measurements), Zone R1 (96 % of the measurements), Zone CM (100 % of the measurements) and in Zone ID3 / ID4 (72 % of the measurements). There was a high correlation coefficient (r = 0.8) and determination coefficient (R2 >0.6), between the data collected with the sensor and the sound level meter. It is worth highlighting the use of the calibrated sound level meter when making sound measurements with various instruments, as it allows the data to be verified and validated.

Years of service as a condition for pension security of military officers and persons equivalent to them

The article presents a study of the legislative and law enforcement practice of calculating years of service as a condition for pension provision for persons discharged from military service and persons equated to them. Based on the legal positions of the Constitutional Court of Ukraine, the author emphasizes that a pension for years of service is an integral part of the special professional status of persons discharged from military service and persons equated to them. The author supports the arguments of scholars about the need to preserve the institution of years of service. The author characterizes the differences in the application of the provisions of the Law of Ukraine “On Pension Provision for Persons Discharged from Military Service and Certain Other Persons” and the resolutions of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine establishing the general and preferential rules for calculating years of service. It is given the analyzed decisions of the Supreme Court on disputed issues. It is emphasized that the preferential enrollment of years of service is not an independent type of it and does not compete with its calendar calculation. The author argues that the calculation of years of service on preferential terms should be preserved with due regard for the specifics of such enrollment since it is one of the mechanisms of the state’s provision of social guarantees for persons who daily risk their lives/health and perform duties to protect the existence of the state itself. Based on the analysis of the legislative provisions, the author confirms that the years of service required for the entitlement to a pension for years of service depend on the period in which a person has discharged from military service. It is presented the arguments regarding the need to return the previous version of para. 1.3 of the Resolution of the Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine of July 17, 1992 № 393, which fixed the conditions for the enrollment of certain periods of service to years of service on preferential terms precisely during the appointment of pensions, and not when determining their amount. The author proposes to supplement Article 12 of the Law of Ukraine “On Pension Provision for Persons Discharged from Military Service and Certain Other Persons” with a provision stating that years of service as a condition for granting a pension under this Article should be calculated on preferential terms for persons who have performed the relevant service.

Seeking ontological security through thick narratives: Syrian civil war, ontological insecurity, and narratives

Civil war can change the narratives of a collective Self and damage some of its ontological security conditions, such as continuity, self-esteem, and consistency. Using a qualitative analysis of the Facebook pages visited widely by the residents of Salamieh City in Syria (a stronghold for Ismailis), this study shows how narratives of a collective Self (both local Salamieh and national Syrian Selves) have been generated to cope with threats to ontological security imposed by the ongoing civil war. Following our finding that the pro-regime and neutral pages could have used thin narratives of ontological security but instead sticked to thick narratives, we argue that thick narrative opens up possibilities to understand complex reality and generate a rich meaning-system and strong agency. Contrary to the claim that a simple Self is more ontologically secure because its narrative is easily kept continuous and routinized, this study shows that confronting reality and tolerating change through thick narratives despite the anxiety and pain the process generates, can provide ontological security in the future.

Readmission after discharge from a medium secure service between 1999 and 2017: A retrospective cohort study.

Previous research into outcomes after treatment in medium secure psychiatric hospitals has mostly relied on pre-millennium data. To examine patient and inpatient service-related factors associated with readmission within 2 years following discharge to the community or open conditions from conditions of medium security. A retrospective cohort study of 137 patients discharged either to the community or to open conditions from one 64-bed South Wales Regional Medium Secure Hospital Unit between July 1999 and November 2017 was completed using data from healthcare records to document demographics, diagnosis and nature of index offences together with researcher-completed ratings of inpatient progress using the Dangerousness Understanding Recovery and Urgency Manual (DUNDRUM) Programme Completion and DUNDRUM Recovery scales. Binary logistic regression analyses were used to identify independent associations between inpatient progress according to these measures and readmission. Forty-three patients (31%) were readmitted within 2years of discharge and 23 (17%) in breach of legal conditions on discharge. Most readmitted patients (n=29, 67%) returned directly to medium secure care. There were significant binary level associations between readmission and severity of the index offences (lower), number of adverse childhood experiences (higher), history of drug misuse (more likely) and number of previous psychiatric admissions (higher). Binary logistic regression confirmed that these relationships were not independent. No inpatient service-related variables, according to DUNDRUM scale scores, showed an independent association with readmission within 2years post-discharge. The proportion of medium security hospital patients who were readmitted within 2years of discharge aligns with estimates found in earlier national research using the same follow-up period. Since levels of inpatient progress bore little if any relationship to longer term outcomes, our findings highlight the need for investigating factors in the discharge environment that are linked to readmission. It is possible that readmission may indicate effective monitoring and responsive care to the changing needs of patients, but a better understanding of this is essential.

The Efforts to Improve the Seaworthiness at the Port Authority and Harbourmaster Office (KSOP) of Bima Class IV

Seaworthiness is essential because it impacts maritime operations' safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Therefore, the Harbormaster and Port Authority Office (KSOP) ensures ship seaworthiness to maintain naval safety, protect the environment, and ensure smooth port operations. The research employed a descriptive qualitative method to investigate and describe a phenomenon. The data was obtained by observation and a deep literature review of the problems discussed. The research found that: 1) several problems that often arise regarding ship seaworthiness are the ship's technical condition, management and operations, environmental factors, compliance with regulations, market conditions, and competition. 2) efforts to improve seaworthiness carried out by KSOP Bima are routine inspections and certification, increasing human resources, operational supervision, developing port infrastructure, applying advanced technology, collaborating and coordinating with related agencies, strict law enforcement, education, and outreach, and developing emergency procedures. 3) The security and safety conditions of ships entering and leaving the Bima Port KSOP require continued attention and effort. From this study, they implement strict regulations, use advanced technology, improve infrastructure, conduct continuous training, and collaborate strongly with related agencies. KSOP Bima can ensure that ships operating in its area meet seaworthiness standards, supporting safe and efficient port operations.

What it Takes to Return: UN Peacekeeping and the Safe Return of Displaced People

We investigate the impact of UN peacekeeping on voluntary returns and negative attitudes towards displaced persons. We posit that peacekeeping missions can have beneficial effects by improving security and alleviating the socio-economic burden imposed by new arrivals on receiving communities. Focusing on the critical case of South Sudan, we combine information on peacekeepers' subnational deployment with high frequency survey data. Our findings suggest that the presence of peacekeepers is more likely to attract individuals seeking to return home, compared to those relocating for other reasons. In addition, peacekeepers positively influence the perceptions of receiving communities regarding the impact of IDPs and refugees on economic opportunities, security conditions, and social cohesion.