2.9 Inclusive Environments

Question 1

What are inclusive environments?

Answer 1

Accommodate differences in people and how they use the building.

Question 2

What is discrimination?

Answer 2

Unjust treatment of different categories of people.

Question 3

Are there any building regulations relating to inclusive environments?

Answer 3

Approved Document M - Access to and us of buildings.
Gives guidance on ramps and stairs plus access to toilets and sinks.

Question 4

Examples of features that make a building more inclusive?

Answer 4

-Physical access.
-Hearing loops.
-Dedicated feeing areas for new parents.
-Accessible parking bays.
-Contrasting colour(Stair nosing, door frames).

Question 5

What is the Equality Act 2010?

Answer 5

Regulation to protect people from discrimination.

Question 6

What are protected characteristics under this Act?

Answer 6

It illegal to discriminate against someone because of:
-Age.
-Disability.
-Gender.
-Sex.
-Marriage status.
-Race.
-Pregnancy.
-Religion/beliefs.
-Sexual orientation.

Question 7

What is M4 cat 2 state?

Answer 7

Accessible & adaptable dwelling
- Requirement for “reasonable provision for accessible access = step free WC access”