Inclusive environments

Question 1

What is an inclusive environment?

Answer 1

• One which is designed and managed to allow people with a diverse range of needs and abilities to access and use it

Question 2

How can property help an inclusive environment?

Answer 2

“1. Design/refurb - accessibility considered
2. Operation - Ensure users can use the spcae to their needs”

Question 3

What is the Equality Act 2010?

Answer 3

Consolidates discrimination law and provides protection against a wide range of discrimination and inequality

Question 4

What are the four types of illegal discrimination?

Answer 4

”- Direct
- Indirect
- Harassment
- Victimisation”

Question 5

Tell me about the Equality Act 2010

Answer 5

”- Extends obligations to all controllers of ‘let premises’
- Unlawful to discriminate against or victimise an occupier
- Landlords needs to ensure all dealings with a tenant or occupier could have a protected characteristic
- Required alterations must be reasonable in cost, extent, disruption
- Access statement/audit for all properties
- Most requirements embedded in Part M of the building regulations
- If obstacle then remove or alter feature or provide reasonable meansto avoid obstacle or alternative access”

Question 6

What is inclusion?

Answer 6

Inclusion within the workplace is creating an environment and culture where all company employees feel like they belong in the organisation