Inclusive environments Flashcards
What is an inclusive environment?
An inclusive environment is one that is welcoming, accessible and accommodating for everyone regardless of their age, gender, race, religion or disability
What industry guidance are you aware of?
The Equality Act 2010:
Section 20 states that disabled individuals should not face barriers to access premises
What Building Standard are you aware of?
BS 8300 (2018): Design of an accessible and inclusive built environment
Provides recommendations on inclusive and accessible design of buildings and space
What other documents are you aware of?
Part M of the Building Regulations provides statutory guidance on the access to and use of buildings in England, ensuring they are accessible to all, including people with disabilities
For inclusive environments, why is it important to provide choice?
By offering choices, environments can accommodate a wider range of abilities and preferences, fostering a sense of belonging and respect
Does industry guidance go beyond meeting minimum standards or legislative requirements?
Yes, for example ‘Creating an Accessible and Inclusive Environments’ by the Construction Industry Council goes beyond the minimum requirements of the Equality Act 2010.
What are the principles set out in Creating an Accessible and Inclusive Environments’ by the Construction Industry Council?
This is a guide designed to help built environment professionals create spaces that are accessible and inclusive for everyone. The guide outlines six essential principles to support this goal:
- Contribute to building an inclusive society now and in the future.
- Apply professional and responsible judgement and take a leadership role.
- Apply and integrate the principles of inclusive design from the outset of a project.
- Do more than just comply with legislation and codes.
- Seek multiple views to solve accessibility and inclusivity challenges.
- Acquire the skills, knowledge, understanding, and confidence to make inclusion the norm, not the exception.
What is a Reasonable Adjustment?
A reasonable adjustment is a change made to help individuals with disabilities overcome barriers and participate fully in activities.
These adjustments can be physical, such as installing ramps or accessible toilets, or procedural, like flexible working hours.
What is the test for reasonableness?
- Effectiveness of adjustment
- Practicality of adjustment
- Financial cost
- Likely disruption
What are the Principles of the Equality Act 2010?
- Put people first
- Acknowledge diversity
- Providing a choice
- Flexibility
- Creating a positive experience for all
How can an inclusive environment create a safe working environment?
An inclusive environment contributes to a safe working environment not just by physical adjustments such as installing ramps or lifts but by fostering a culture of respect, belonging, and support.
What is cultural change?
Cultural change aims to create a more positive, inclusive, and effective environment based on peoples values, beliefs, behaviors, and norms .
What are the key requirements within the Equality Act 2010?
- The act protects against discrimination based on peoples protected characteristics
- It covers direct and indirect discrimination, harassment, and victimisation
- Employers and service providers must make reasonable adjustments to remove barriers for disabled individuals.
Examples of reasonable adjustments?
Providing an automatic or power assisted door for someone that can’t open doors
Ramp or lift for someone that can’t access stairs
What does the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF) set out?
Identifies the need for planning policies to create safe, inclusive and accessible space
