Challenges of mentoring in South African construction industry
- Authors: Aigbavboa, Clinton , Oke, Ayodeji , Mutshaeni, Madidimalo
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Knowledge , Mentee , Mentor , Mentoring in the professions - South Africa , Construction industry - South Africa
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/218345 , uj:21761 , Citation: Aigbavboa, C., Oke, A. & Mutshaeni, M. 2016. Challenges of mentoring in South African construction industry. Journal of Economics and Behavioral Studies, 8(6):183-187 , ISSN: 2220-6140
- Description: Abstract: One of the major requirements in the development and growth of an industry or organisation is the incubation of new workforce through appropriate recruitment processes, proper training and effective mentoring by experienced members. However, the process is not expected to be smooth owing to individual dispositions and attitudes, organisation interest, and avenues and opportunities for mentoring, amongst others. In this study, various challenges of mentoring encountered by mentees and mentors were examined with a view to promoting effective mentoring among professionals in the construction industry in the quest to improve their productivity and thereby enhance better performance in construction projects. Data on professionals in the built environment were collected through the administration of questionnaires using a convenient sampling technique. Personality issues that are concerned with differences in behaviours and dispositions to matters are the major challenges of mentoring in the construction industry. More so, attitudes of the mentees dictate and affect behaviours of mentors, and vice-versa. In view of this, professionals involved in mentoring should be concerned about their attitudes to each other and personal beliefs should not be a basis for judgment. Mutual respect and concern for growth and development should form the basis of mentoring relationships.
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The experiences of operational managers in the management of poor performance of nurses in a regional hospital in Ekurhuleni, South Africa
- Authors: Nel, Elsabe W. , Hafisa, Ally , Dlamini, Nomonde P.
- Date: 2016
- Subjects: Labour union representatives , Knowledge , Nursing care
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/93151 , uj:20315 , Citation: Nel, W.E., Hafisa, A. & Dlamini, N.P. 2016. The experiences of operational managers in the management of poor performance of nurses in a regional hospital in Ekurhuleni, South Africa
- Description: Abstract:The lack of management of the poor performance of nurses by operational managers at health care institutions in Gauteng is widely reported. Studies reported that dealing with the poor performance of employees should be done at the first sign of a deviation from expected behaviour, in order to avoid the “rotten apple effect.” This study therefore aimed at exploring and describing the experiences of operational managers in the management of the poor performance of nurses in a regional hospital in Ekurhuleni. A qualitative, exploratory, descriptive and contextual design was used for this study. Participants were purposively selected from the population and consisted of the individuals who voluntarily consented to participate in this study. Individual semi-structured interviews were conducted. Findings demonstrated that participants lacked the knowledge and skills to manage the poor performance of nurses. Three themes emerged from the study with sub-themes, namely; Experiences of challenges in managing the poor performance of nurses, Emotional experiences and, Ineffective leadership practices. Strategies were developed to enable operational managers to manage the poor performance of nurses.
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Analysis of sports science perceptions and research needs among South African coaches
- Authors: Kubayi, A. , Coopoo, Y. , Toriola, A.
- Date: 2018
- Subjects: Coaching , Performance , Knowledge
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/282652 , uj:30451 , Citation: Kubayi, A., Coopoo, Y. & Toriola, A. 2018. Analysis of sports science perceptions and research needs among South African coaches. S Afr J Sports Med 2018;30:1-4. DOI: 10.17159/2078-516X/2018/v30i1a4240
- Description: Abstract: There appears to be a gap between coaches’ expectations concerning their needs and the focus of research findings published by sports scientists. Given the important role of sports science in enhancing athletic performance, closing the gap between sports scientists and coaches is expedient...
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A holistic model of human capital for value creation and superior firm performance : the Strategic factor market model
- Authors: Esho, Ebes , Verhoef, Grietjie
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Human capital , Strategic factor market , Knowledge
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/415825 , uj:35150 , Citation: Esho, E., Verhoef, G. A holistic model of human capital for value creation and superior firm performance : the Strategic factor market model.
- Description: Abstract: , Understanding the link between human capital, competitive advantage and firm performance is a major focus of research in strategic human capital studies in strategic management and Strategic Human Resource Management (SHRM). Indeed, much progress has been made in understanding this link. However, strategy scholars have emphasized firm-specific human capital as the most strategic form of human capital, and mobility constraints as the route to human capital-based competitive advantage and superior performance. SHRM, on the other hand, have been primarily focused on human resource policies, practices and systems, and more recently on the ability, motivation, and opportunity framework. Consequently, there has been an implicit assumption that there is already an understanding of how human capital actually creates value in firms. This article presents a succinct review of extant studies and a model that explores value creation from human capital. The model, based primarily on the theory of strategic factor market, holds promise in furthering extant understanding of the link between human capital, competitive advantage and firm performance. The model takes a more holistic approach to the role of human capital in value creation in firms.
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Knowledge and attitudes towards complementary medicine by nursing students at a University in South Africa
- Authors: Van Rensburg, Renaldi , Razlog, Radmila , Pellow, Janice
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Complementary medicine , Nursing students , Knowledge
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/459673 , uj:40885 , Citation: Van Rensburg, R., Razlog, R. & Pellow, J., 2020, ‘Knowledge and attitudes towards complementary medicine by nursing students at a University in South Africa’, Health SA Gesondheid 25(0), a1436. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/hsag.v25i0.1436
- Description: Abstract: Background: The increased popularity of complementary medicine has created the need for patients to receive accurate information from nurses who are front-line healthcare providers. Studies have demonstrated that patients are more likely to discuss other medication and therapy use with nurses, rather than with general practitioners or other health professionals. It is, therefore, important to determine nurses’ knowledge and attitudes towards complementary medicine. Aim: The aim of this study was to determine nursing students’ knowledge and attitudes toward the use of complementary medicine...
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Knowledge, attitude and practices of environmental health practitioners conducting food-borne disease outbreak investigation at a local municipality in Gauteng province, South Africa
- Authors: Mbonane, Thokozani P. , Naicke, Nisha
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Knowledge , Attitude , Practices
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/425966 , uj:36490 , Mbonane, T.P. & Naicker, N., 2020, ‘Knowledge, attitude and practices of environmental health practitioners conducting food-borne disease outbreak investigation at a local municipality in Gauteng province, South Africa’, Health SA Gesondheid 25(0), a1359. https://doi.org/ 10.4102/hsag.v25i0.1359
- Description: Abstract: Background: Food-borne disease (FBD) outbreaks are a common occurrence that is either not investigated or poorly investigated. According to anecdote evidence, this is because of nonuniformity to environmental health practices in South Africa. Aim: This study aimed to determine and describe the knowledge, attitude and practices (KAP) of environmental health practitioners (EHPs) when conducting outbreak investigations of FBD at a local municipality. Setting: This study was conducted in three sub-districts of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality (EMM), one of five municipalities in Gauteng province, South Africa. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was conducted to collect data using a semistructured questionnaire. Data collected were analysed using IBM Statistical Package for the Social Sciences. Continuous variables were compared using analysis of variances, and correlation was used to determine any association...
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Radiographer knowledge and practice of paediatric radiation dose protocols in digital radiography in Gauteng
- Authors: Moolman, N. , Mulla, F. , Mdletshe, S.
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Knowledge , Radiation dose , Paediatric
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/464839 , uj:41542 , Citation: Moolman, N., Mulla, F. & Mdletshe, S. 2020. Radiographer knowledge and practice of paediatric radiation dose protocols in digital radiography in Gauteng. , DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.radi.2019.09.006
- Description: Abstract: Introduction Digital radiography (DR) poses the risk of unnoticed increases in patient dose, potentially resulting in the overexposure of paediatric patients. In some jurisdictions, there is a shortfall in the knowledge and application of safe paediatric radiation dose protocols. In such instances, radiographers can lack an understanding of the relationship between exposure index (EI) and the visual appearances of image noise, thereby resulting in under- or overexposure to the paediatric patient. Methods A quantitative, descriptive research study was conducted at six purposively selected diagnostic radiology departments in Gauteng, South Africa. The study was based on a 29-item questionnaire seeking to quantify the radiographers' knowledge of paediatric radiation dose protocols and whether their knowledge translated into safe radiation dose practice. Results A 94% (61/65) response rate was achieved. Results show a low number of respondents (35, 57%) expressed a positive opinion of their knowledge of paediatric radiation dose protocols and EI; however, 41 (67%) participants were unaware of the function of EI. Conclusion The study revealed that, in Gauteng, there is an increased demand for further training in paediatric radiation dose protocols and a need for radiographers to improve awareness of exposure factors.
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The digital University : of March hares and tortoises
- Authors: Desai, Ashwin
- Date: 2020
- Subjects: Online learning , Knowledge , Big data
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/463849 , uj:41411 , Citation: Desai, A. 2020. The digital University : of March hares and tortoises.
- Description: Abstract: The learning environment of universities is changing dramatically with the coming of Covid-19. Universities were summarily evacuated and plans put in place to ensure online teaching. In some senses, this was the quickening of a trend that was already unfolding, while for others it signalled new territory. This article explores the coming of online education by highlighting the experiences of lecturers who have already taught courses while raising questions about disciplinary boundaries and knowledge production. It situates this discussion by exploring the challenges to the traditional notions of the role of universities and the changing orientations of the academy against the backdrop of the global juggernaut of privatised higher education.
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Exploring knowledge and behavioural intentions for implant contraceptives uptake among rural South African young women
- Authors: Manthata, Morongwa Martha , Lubinga, Elizabeth
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Rural young South African women , Implant contraceptive uptake , Knowledge
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/483556 , uj:43890 , Citation: Manthata, M.M. & Lubinga, E. 2021. Exploring knowledge and behavioural intentions for implant contraceptives uptake among rural South African young women.
- Description: Abstract: Modern contraceptives such as implants have the potential to alleviate unintended pregnancies among adolescent girls and young women (AGYW). In South Africa, the use of free implant contraceptives in the public health sector decreased from 175 000 in 2014/2015 to only 50 000 in 2016/2017, with declines noted in all provinces. This study explores whether South African AGYW, if exposed to messages about benefits and risks prior to use, would be willing to use them to manage personal reproductive health. The study employed a quantitative, cross-sectional survey with a post-test only design among secondary schools in Limpopo Province, among 306 school going young women. Findings revealed that majority of participants were unwilling to use implant contraceptives whether exposed to a health campaign message about benefits and risks of using implant contraceptives. Insights into underlying sentiments could assist health promotion organisations to formulate effective campaigns towards the use of implant contraceptives.
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Food safety and hygiene : knowledge, attitude and practices among food handlers
- Authors: Nyawo, Thandeka , Kesa, Hema , Onyenweaku, Eridiong
- Date: 2021
- Subjects: Food safety , Hygiene practices , Knowledge
- Language: English
- Type: Article
- Identifier: http://hdl.handle.net/10210/481130 , uj:43584 , Citation: Nyawo, T., Kesa, H. & Onyenweaku, E. (2021). Food Safety and Hygiene: Knowledge, Attitude and Practices among Food Handlers. African Journal of Hospitality, Tourism and Leisure, 10(2):547-558. DOI: https://doi.org/10.46222/ajhtl.19770720-117
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