Inclusive Environments Flashcards
What is the definition of an inclusive environment?
One that can be accessed and used safely, easily and with dignity by everyone - Construction Industry Council definition
What should an inclusive environment create?
An environment which everyone can enjoy, well designed, functional, efficient and sustainable
Construction Industry Council definition
What industry guidance are you aware of?
British Standard BS 8300 - introduced in 2018, contains 2 parts. Does not apply to individual residential dwellings.
Does it go beyond meeting minimum standards or legislative requirements?
Yes, it goes beyond the minimum requirements set out in Approved Document Part M.
Why is it important to provide choice?
To accommodate more users, so more people can use the space
How do you promote diversity of user needs?
By placing people at the heart of the design process.
Being aware, promoting diversity
How do you promote inclusive environments?
By removing barriers creating undue effort and separation
How can this create a safe working environment?
Enabling individual needs to be met and reasonable adjustments applied creates a safer working environment
Tell me about the diversity of user needs
People interact with the world differently and their needs and circumstances vary
What is cultural change?
An organisation’s commitment to change
How can this be problematic?
It can be difficult to embed change and to measure cultural change.
How can this be achieved?
Through a top level, public commitment with sufficient resources, collaboration over time
In relation to end users and potential needs, explain the principles of direct and indirect discrimination and unconscious bias
Direct discrimination is intentional whilst indirect discrimination is unintentional, unconscious bias is where we are unaware of biases that affect our decisions or judgements. All have the effect of not meeting users needs.
What legislation contributes to creating inclusive environments?
Equality Act 2010
Building Regulations - approved document M
What primary and secondary legislation are you aware of?
Primary - Equality Act
Secondary - Part M of Building Regulations
Tell me about the National Planning Policy Framework
The NPPF sets out the Government’s economic, environmental, and social planning policies for England. Section 8 provides guidance on the provision of healthy, inclusive and safe spaces
Tell me about Building Regulations
They provide minimum standards for design, construction and alterations in the UK
Tell me about the Equality Act
It combines previous legislation and makes it illegal to discriminate against someone on the grounds of protected characteristics.
What are key requirements for inclusive environments?
To be able to be accessed and used safely, easily and with dignity by everyone
On what scales might you advise on inclusive environments?
If I was a property manager I would advise the landlord on the needs of tenants
What is inclusive or universal design?
Making places that everyone can use
What is economic inequality?
The unequal distribution of income and opportunity between different groups in society
What is social cohesion?
The strength of relationships and sense of solidarity among members of a community
What is gentrification? What issues might it cause?
The process of changing the character of a neighbourhood through the influx of more affluent residents and businesses. It can displace low income families.
