DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & INCLUSIVE ENVIRONMENTS

Question 1

Give an example of when you have worked on a team

Answer 1

Project team to do a joint cost plan
We used our experience (mine being experience of the software) to share tasks
Decided on our strategy before starting
Use Guinness Chelmsford as example

Question 2

What is workplace diversity

Answer 2

Acceptance and inclusion of individuals from all backgrounds and groups with protected characteristics

Question 3

What are some advantages of a diverse team

Answer 3

a. More skills
b. More creativity
c. More cultural awareness

Question 4

What is meant by the term unconscious bias

Answer 4

Assumptions based on race, gender and diability based on stereotypes
e.g. women not being able to attend after work activities due to childcare

Question 5

What are inclusive environments

Answer 5

a. An inclusive environment recognises and accommodates differences in the way people use the built environment
b. It facilitates dignified, equal and intuitive use by everyone
c. Goes beyond meeting minimum standards or legislative requirements

This can include useable ramps, sufficient lifts and functioning disabled toilets

Question 6

What is the RICS’ stance on D&I

Answer 6

RICS’ Rules of Conduct (Number 4) require RICS-regulated firms and members to encourage diversity and inclusion.

The profession needs to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of gender, race, disability, neurodiversity, class or socioeconomic background, religion, sexual orientation or age.

Question 7

What recommendation was made in regards to the Lord Bichard review

Answer 7

Give much greater priority to diversity and inclusion in both the profession and the Institution itself

Recommendation - A Diversity and Inclusion Panel should be established to provide advice to the RICS Board and Standards and Regulation Board.

Question 8

Why are inclusive environments important

Answer 8

Prevents discrimination for groups with protected characteristics
Allows equality for all
More talent and productivity in the workplace

Question 9

What legislation or regulations relate to inclusive environments

Answer 9

Equality Act 2010
Building Regs - Access to and use of buildings
Human Rights Act 1998

Question 10

Please explain your understanding of inclusion within the workplace

Answer 10

Everyone feels comfortable, heard and belongs

Question 11

What is a reasonable adjustment

Answer 11

a. Duty on owners of a public place
b. The adjustment needs to be practical and financially viable, without detriment to cost