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Wellness as an Enabler of Safety and Productivity – Implications for Safe Operations
Authors: Davis-Street Janis , Steinberg Michael , Grimsley Michael , Broll Micaela , McDonald Susanne 
Published: April 2018

Abstract

Objectives/Scope
Worksite health promotion programs result significant improvements in employee health and reductions in employer health care costs. Healthier employees are more likely to stay in their jobs and are less likely to be absent. Employees in self-identified healthier work environments also report improved morale and lower intention to quit. Increasingly, high quality applicants view the wellness culture ofa corporation as a key factor in choosing an employer. This case study describes relationships among business units’ wellness indexscores, health risk profiles, employee engagement, ergonomic and presenteeism data; as well as examines implications for safeoperations.

Method, Procedures, Process
Upstream, downstream and midstream business unit 2016 data in a multinational oil company has been examined. Business unit wellness index scores reflect participation in wellness best practices as determined from assessment of leadership engagement; workplace policies and environment; wellness programming; and data evaluation approach. Health risk profile and presenteeism data are determined from aggregate health risk appraisal data, which includes measures of lifestyle risk and productivity measures using validated survey tools. Employee engagement is determined at the business unit level based on responses to the global employee survey. Aggregate ergonomic data is determined from repetitive stress injury prevention software.

Results, Observations, Conclusions
In 2016, 9,575 employees completed a Health Risk Appraisal as part of their participation in the global Healthy Heart program. Unhealthy diet, overweight and poor blood pressures were identified as top risks in many locations. Three-year cohort data have demonstrated positive impacts on lost productivity due to health issues, and net positive risk level migration of at-risk U.S. participants. 2016 global employee survey data demonstrated that wellness was identified by the workforce as a strength, and was associated with employee engagement. Our comprehensive wellness programming has focused on the integration of wellness and safety, particularly related to ergonomic health and fitness for duty. By evaluating health risk data concurrent with wellness index scores, we determine alignment with wellness best practices and provide a tool for business units to assess their health programming and any needed organizational changes around health.

Novel/Additive Information
Prevention-focused health and wellness programs can impact workforce health in the diverse settings that energy companies operate. This paper provides relevant industry-specific data that support the business value of health and wellness programs, and begins to explore the relationships among health metrics, injury prevention, productivity and safety measures in a multinational oil company.
Community Liaison Officers: On the Frontline of Social Risk Management
Authors: Bebbington Clare , Wilson Emma 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
Community liaison officers play a critical role in developing and maintaining relationships with communities in and around the sites of company operations. When their role is structured and supported well, they make an essential contribution to a company's social licence to operate; they are key to the implementation of international standards and other corporate commitments; they provide insight and local knowledge which enhances the company's ability to manage a range of risks and uncertainties; and they are a familiar and accessible face with whom community members can raise concerns, realise opportunities and resolve grievances.
This paper sheds light on CLOs and the challenges they face. It draws on the authors’ original research and a survey undertaken on behalf of IPIECA of over 120 CLOs from 31 countries and representing 25 companies. It looks at who CLOs are, how they are employed and considers the significance of the CLO's own identity in relation to the communities with which they interact.
We make the case for flexible and iterative design of community-facing teams, recognising the inter-relationship of corporate, project/asset, societal and personal drivers on hiring decisions and job definitions. We emphasise the importance of open communication with colleagues and contractors, and we argue that the challenges faced by CLOs – especially those relating to their personal safety and well-being - need to be addressed more thoughtfully and with some urgency.
CLOs deserve greater respect and visibility for the role they play. By giving them the appropriate tools, techniques and language, companies will allow them to contribute fully and demonstrate their value to project and asset teams – and the communities themselves.
FATORES DE QUALIDADE DE VIDA NO TRABALHO E SUCESSO NA CARREIRA: UM ESTUDO COM MÉDICOS DA CIDADE DE BELO HORIZONTE
Authors: Venelli-Costa Luciano , Rodrigues Carolina Laender Moura Muñoz , Kilimnik Zélia Miranda , Mesquita Jose Marcos Carvalho de 
Published: April 2018

A carreira médica caracteriza-se pela renúncia do controle do tempo em troca de dinheiro, status, segurança e respeito. A necessidade de atualização constante é outra característica típica da medicina, com um longo curso de graduação, seguido por residências médicas e outras especializações, mestrado e doutorado. Este estudo teve como objetivo analisar quais dimensões da Percepção de Sucesso na Carreira (Venelli-Costa, 2013) são mais influenciadas pela Qualidade de Vida no Trabalho (Walton, 1973), no que se refere à carreira médica. Uma pesquisa quantitativa foi realizada 220 com médicos de Belo Horizonte, em sua maioria do setor público. Os resultados mostram que há grande relação entre os fatores de Qualidade de Vida no Trabalho e Percepção de Sucesso na Carreira. E confirmam forte relação entre os construtos uma vez que três fatores - Compensação justa e adequada; Uso e desenvolvimento de capacidades; e Relevância social do trabalho na vida - explicaram significativamente a percepção de sucesso em termos de Identidade, Remuneração, Hierarquia, Empregabilidade, Competência e Valores. Além disso, confirmou-se a proximidade entre os fatores Trabalho e o espaço total de vida; e Equilíbrio vida-trabalho.
Surface to sewer flow exchange through circular inlets during urban flood conditions
Authors: Rubinato Matteo , Lee Seungsoo , Martins Ricardo , Shucksmith James D. 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
Accurately quantifying the capacity of sewer inlets (such as manhole lids and gullies) to transfer water is important for many hydraulic flood modelling tools. The large range of inlet types and grate designs used in practice makes the representation of flow through and around such inlets challenging. This study uses a physical scale model to quantify flow conditions through a circular inlet during shallow steady state surface flow conditions. Ten different inlet grate designs have been tested over a range of surface flow depths. The resulting datasets have been used (i) to quantify weir and orifice discharge coefficients for commonly used flood modelling surface–sewer linking equations and (ii) to validate a 2D finite difference model in terms of simulated water depths around the inlet. Calibrated weir and orifice coefficients were observed to be in the range 0.115–0.372 and 0.349–2.038, respectively, and a relationship with grate geometrical parameters was observed. The results show an agreement between experimentally observed and numerically modelled flow depths but with larger discrepancies at higher flow exchange rates. Despite some discrepancies, the results provide improved confidence regarding the reliability of the numerical method to model surface to sewer flow under steady state hydraulic conditions.
A fractional-order infiltration model to improve the simulation of rainfall/runoff in combination with a 2D shallow water model
Authors: Fernández-Pato J. , Gracia J. L. , García-Navarro P. 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
In this work, a distributed two-dimensional (2D) shallow water (SW) flow model is combined with a fractional-order version of the Green-Ampt (FOGA) infiltration law to improve rainfall/runoff simulation in real catchments. The surface water model is based on a robust finite volume method on triangular grids that can handle flow over dry bed and multiple wet/dry fronts. When supplied with adequate infiltration laws, this model can provide useful information in surface hydrology. The classical Green-Ampt law is generalized by using a Caputo fractional derivative of order less than or equal to 1 in Darcy's law. The novelty of this combination is that, on the one hand, the distributed SW simulation provides a detailed surface water distribution and, on the other hand, the FOGA model offers the possibility to model infiltration rates not monotonically decreasing. In order to obtain the best results, a non-uniform order of the fractional derivative depending on the cumulative infiltration and the existence of available surface water is proposed for realistic cases. This allows significant improvement of previous published numerical results in the literature for several storm events in catchments where the infiltration process occurs.
Effects of tetracycline and ibuprofen on the relative abundance of microbial eukaryotic and bacterial populations in wastewater treatment
Authors: Abdelrahman H. , Islam G. M. , Gilbride K. A. 
Published: April 2018

Abstract
The activated sludge process in a wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) relies on the activity of microbes to reduce the organic and inorganic matter and produce effluent that is safe to discharge into receiving waters. This research examined the effects of the non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug ibuprofen and the antibiotic tetracycline on the relative abundance and composition of eukaryotes and bacteria in the microbial population present in activated sludge from a WWTP. The current investigation was designed to observe the impact of these contaminants, at low (environmentally relevant concentrations) as well as high concentrations of the drugs. Using 16S and 18S rRNA gene primer sets and quantitative polymerase chain reaction, the abundance of each population was monitored as well as the relative ratio of the two populations under the various conditions. It was found that current environmentally relevant concentrations of ibuprofen (100 ng/mL) stimulated eukaryotic growth but higher concentrations (2,000 ng/mL, 100,000 ng/mL) reduced their numbers significantly especially in the presence of tetracycline. Finally using denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis, some of the more abundant eukaryotes were identified and it was noted that high ibuprofen and tetracycline concentrations favoured the abundance of some genera.
Molecular Characterization of Two Polysaccharides from Phellinus vaninii Ljup and their Cytotoxicity to Cancer Cell Lines
Authors: Jia Xuewei , Gao Mingqi , Li Mingzhe , Wu Yan , Zeng Ying , Xu Chunping 
Published: April 2018

Background:
Phellinus vaninii, a medicinal basidiomycete fungus, is often confused with Phellinus
igniarius and Phellinus linteus. Polysaccharides extract from P. igniarius and P. linteus are reported to stimulate
humoral immunity and inhibit tumor growth However, available literature reviewed no information on the relationship
between bioactivities and structures of polysaccharides from the fruit body of P. vaninii.

Methods:
Two water-soluble polysaccharides (PV-W, PV-B) were isolated and purified from fruiting bodies of
P. vaninii by hot water and sodium hydroxide solution, respectively. The chemical structures of PV-W, PV-B
were analyzed by FT-IR, GC-MS analysis and 13C NMR spectra. And, their molecular conformations were
analyzed by viscosity method and SEC-MALLS-RI. Finally, their inhibition of cancer cells was investigated
using MTT assay.

Results:
The results illustrated that PV-W was a heteropolysaccharide, mainly composed of mannose, glucose,
arabinose and galactose. PV-B was a β-1, 3-D-glucan branched with β-1, 6-D-glucose. The results of viscometry
proved that PV-W and PV-B could be molecularly dispersed in water without aggregation. The results of SECMALLS-
RI indicated that the two polysaccharides had the similar Mw but different molecular conformation.
That is, PV-W existed as a stable globular shape, while PV-B presented a more expanded flexible random coils
conformation. MTT assay indicated that PV-B showed higher inhibition effect on HepG2 and HeLa cells than
PV-W in vitro.

Conclusion:
This work provided the important information of active components from P. vaninii and its potential
applications in the food and medicine industry.
A Case Series and Review of Bacillus Cereus Endocarditis from India
Authors: Gopinathan Anusha , Kumar Anil , Sen Amitabh C. , Sudha Srisruthy , Varma Praveen , GS Sunil , Eapen Malini , Dinesh Kavitha R. 
Published: April 2018

Introduction:
Bacillus cereus is a gram positive bacilli found commonly in the soil and environment. It is a bacteria rarely associated with endocarditis.

Case History:
Intravenous drug abuse, presence of valvular defects, pacemakers, immunodeficiency are some of the known risk factors for B.cereus endocarditis. We present here a case series of two patients with B.cereus endocarditis along with a review of the literature.

Conclusion:
This is the first report of B.cereus endocarditis from India to the best of our knowledge.
Safety and Viability of Totally Tubeless Ambulatory Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (APCNL) in the Fast Paced World
Authors: Hameed BM Zeeshan , Chawla Arun , Hegde Padmaraj , Odugoudar Avinash , Vasa Tirth 
Published: April 2018

Background:
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is the gold standard for endoscopic management of large renal stones. Various modifications have been done to bring down the morbidity of this procedure. Ambulatory PCNL (APCNL) defines PCNL as day-care procedure, avoiding overnight hospital stay which is less than 24 hours. Totally tubeless makes faster recovery without the need for double J stent or nephrostomy tubes. This study aimed at exploring the feasibility and safety of APCNL in selective patients. It also aimed at improvising the procedure to facilitate early recovery and discharge of patients within 24 hrs.

Materials ands Methods:
In this study, 12 patients underwent APCNL under general anaesthesia with endotracheal intubation from April 2016 to March 2017. All the procedures were done by a single surgeon. The inclusion criteria were stone size of less than 2cm, without any co-morbidities, Computed Tomography (CT)/Retrograde Pyelogram(RGP) evidence of normal pyelocalyceal anatomy, patient staying within the radius of 15km, well informed patient. All patients underwent totally tubeless PCNL i.e. without nephrostomy, DJ stent and catheter. Skin infiltration was given with 0.25% Bupivacaine. Post operatively analgesia was given on demand (intramuscular Aceclofenac / oral Acetaminophen plus Tramadol). All patients were followed up after 2 weeks.

Results:
Twelve patients underwent prone PCNL. All patients had single puncture (10 lower calyx, 2 middle calyx), Amplatz size was less than 30F, size of the stone (1.3cm to 2cm) with a mean size- 1.7cm, saline used around 300ml. But, two patients were discharged after 36hrs and 48hrs due to pain. None of them returned to hospital with haematuria, pain or urinary tract infection.

Conclusion:
APCNL is a safe procedure in well informed selective patients. These are the patients with small burden of stone and staying close to the hospital. APCNL reduces the hospital stay, expenses and results in early return to work.
Chronic Osteomyelitis - Bacterial Flora, Antibiotic Sensitivity and Treatment Challenges
Authors: Jerzy Kuzma , Francis Hombhanje 
Published: April 2018

Background:Chronic osteomyelitis is a catastrophic sequel of delayed diagnosis of acute osteomyelitis.Objectives:The objectives of the study were to determine bacterial flora and antibiotic sensitivity, and to evaluate the outcome of an aggressive surgical approach to chronic osteomyelitis.Methods:This is a single surgeon, prospective cohort study on 30 consecutive patients with clinically and radiologically diagnosed chronic osteomyelitis presented to a hospital. We prospectively recorded demographic, clinical, radiological features, treatment protocol, microbiologic results of culture and sensitivity. The main treatment outcome measures were clinical signs of eradication of infection.Results:Microbiologic results showed that Gram-negative and mixed flora accounts for more than half of chronic osteomyelitis cases whileStaphylococcus aureuswas a dominating single pathogen (39%). We detected a high resistance rate to common antibiotics,e.g.83% ofS. aureusisolates were resistant to oxacillin (MRSA). The mean duration of bone infection was 4.2 years (3 months to 30 years) and the mean number of operations was 1.5 (1-5) . The mean follow-up was 15 months (12-18 months). Infection was eradicated in 95% (21 out of 22) treated by a single procedure and in all patients (n=8) by double procedure.Conclusion:Presented the high rate of MRSA strains is alarming and calls for updating of the antibiotic therapy guidelines in the country. Good results in treatment of chronic osteomyelitis can be achieved by a single-stage protocol including radical debridement combined with systemic and topical antibiotic.
A Survey on Men’s Awareness of Premenstrual Syndrome and Marital Satisfaction in Married Women in Tehran, Iran
Authors: Tavassoli Afsaneh , Ahmadian Maryam , Abu Samah Asnarulkhadi , Latiff Latiffah A. , Taheri Narges 
Published: April 2018

Background:
The Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) is a major clinical disorder with a number of temporary behavioral changes that is greatly affecting female population. Available information about PMS and marital satisfaction remains unclear, especially among women suffering from symptoms of PMS. The link between spousal supports has also been found to be related to marital satisfaction while no literature exists scrutinizing the effect of men’s awareness of PMS on marital satisfaction. This study intended to examine men’s awareness of PMS as a predictive factor for marital satisfaction among married women affected by PMS.

Aim:
To scrutinize the effect of men’s awareness of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) on marital satisfaction among married PMS-affected women.

Methods:
The sample for this cross-sectional survey comprised of 277 married 19-49 years old women who registered at gynecological outpatient clinics in Tehran, Iran. Data were collected following a multistage random cluster sampling approach in 2015. Main research variables were demographic data, an adapted Premenstrual Syndrome Scale (PMSS), Enrich Marital Satisfaction Scale as well as men’s awareness of the Premenstrual Syndrome.

Results:
This study found that the men’s awareness of PMS and having PMS symptoms were correlated to, and at times anticipated, the likelihood of marital satisfaction among PMS-affected women.

Conclusions:
The results can assist frontline health workers and health promotion strategists seeking to improve women’s health by providing visions into personal, relationship, and socio-cultural factors and offering consultation services for PMS issues in primary health care facilities in Iran.
Formação docente e novas tecnologias: repensando a teoria e a prática
Authors: Dvorak Patrícia Eliza , Araújo Izabel Cristina de 
Published: April 2018

RESUMO Analisar a formação docente requer uma visão ampla de suas características e de sua realidade. A evolução tecnológica possibilitou o repensar da atuação docente em outras perspectivas bem como sua relação com as diversas características humanas e sociais. A possibilidade de quebrar velhos paradigmas revela novos caminhos necessários para a inovação pedagógica e tecnológica em sala de aula. Este artigo apresenta um estudo de caso que tem o objetivo de contribuir para a análise acerca das necessidades de formação para a utilização das novas tecnologias observando os aspectos humanos e sociais aplicados ao contexto da realidade do docente em formação. Para o estudo foram selecionados, de forma aleatória, programas dos cursos de Pedagogia disponíveis na internet. Palavras-chave: Formação docente. Novas tecnologias. Formação inicial. Formação continuada. ABSTRACT The analysis of teacher training requires an overview of its characteristics and its reality. The technological development made possible the exercise of reconsidering the teacher role under other perspectives as well as how it relates to various human and social characteristics. The possibility of breaking established paradigms shows new paths that are necessary to the pedagogical innovation within the classroom. The following article presents a case study that aims to contribute for the analysis of the need of training courses to acquaint teachers with the use of new technologies. Such analysis should consider social and human aspects applied to the background of the teacher who is in training. The study considered, randomly, the syllabus of Pedagogy courses available on the web. Key words: Teacher training. New Technologies. Early Training. Ongoing Training. RESUMEN Analizar la formación del profesor requiere una visión amplia de su realidad y sus características. El progreso tecnológico ha permitido el replanteo de la actuación del profesor en otras perspectivas, así como su relación con las diversas características humanas y sociales. La posibilidad de romper viejos paradigmas revela nuevas formas necesarias para la innovación pedagógica y tecnológica en el aula. Este artículo presenta un estudio de caso que pretende contribuir al análisis de las necesidades de formación para el uso de las nuevas tecnologías observando los aspectos humanos y sociales aplicados al contexto de la realidad del docente en formación. Para el estudio se seleccionaron, al azar, programas de los cursos de Pedagogía disponibles en internet. Palabras clave: Formación docente. Nuevas tecnologías. Formación inicial. Educación continua. DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.22169/revint.v11i23.885