Inclusive Environments Flashcards
What is the main legislation and standards?
Equality Act 2010, BS 8300, BS 926, ISO 9999 and Access to and use of buildings: Approved Document M.
What is inclusive design?
RICS (2022) defines an inclusive environment as recognising and accommodating ‘differences in the way people use the built and natural environments. It facilitates dignified, equal and intuitive use by everyone. It does not physically or socially separate, discriminate or isolate. It readily accommodates and welcomes diverse user needs’.
What are the six principles for creating inclusive environments?
Contribute now and in the future; take a leadership role; apply inclusive design from the outset; do more than comply; seek views to solve challenges; make inclusive design the norm.
What 2 rules apply to inclusive environments?
Rule 4 – treat others respectfully; Rule 5 – act in the public interest.
What are the fundamental design principals?
Focus on people; acknowledge diversity and difference; offer choice; provide flexibility; provide positive experience.
Name a legal case?
Royal Bank of Scotland Group Plc v Allen (2009) – Request for installation of platform lift, bank refused and suggested use of internet banking or phone banking. Court held the bank’s suggestion was unreasonable and the disabled user should be able to use the bank like the general public.
What changes can be made to a building to ensure disabled persons are safe?
Smoke alarms with a vibrating pad or flashing light; smoke alarms with a strobe light or an emergency call system; a personal emergency evacuation plan (PEEP)
