Inclusive Environments

Question 1

What is discrimination?

Answer 1

Unjust or prejudicial treatment of different people on grounds of race, religion, age, sex, disability.

Question 1

What are inclusive environments?

Answer 1

Recognises and accommodates differences in the way people use built and natural environment.

Question 2

Building Regulations related to inclusive environments?

Answer 2

Approved Document M - Access to and Use of buildings.
M for Mobility.

Question 3

Summarise how Part M applies to this competency?

Answer 3

Information about ease of access and use of buildings.
Guidance on use of ramps and steps.
Document provides guidance on access and use of extensions, including toilets.

Question 4

Please provide tangible examples of features that make buildings accessible for users?

Answer 4

Physical access.
Hearing loops.
Accessible parking.
Contrasting colours.

Question 5

What is the key regulation that legally protects people from discrimination?

Answer 5

Equality Act 2010.

Question 6

What is the Equality Act 2010?

Answer 6

Protects individuals from unfair treatment.
Advances equality and opportunity for all.

Question 7

What are protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010?

Answer 7

Age
Disability
Gender
Sexuality
Race
Religion
Marriage