Inclusive Environments

Question 1

What is an inclusive environment?

Answer 1

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

Question 2

What policy and legal requirements relate to Inclusive Spaces

Answer 2

Equality Act 2010, Building Regulations (Part M), and H&S Law.

Question 3

How are disabled people to be inlcuded?

Answer 3

Reasonable adjustments which help disabled people are required by landlords and tenants.

Question 4

What compliance is required in relation to disabled people accessing properties?

Answer 4

An access statement is required for all properties - setting out details of access arrangements.

Question 5

What is the test of reasonableness in regards to alterations to accommodate disabled people?

Answer 5

Effectiveness of adjustment for the disabled person
Practicality of the adjustment
Financial cost and likely disruption