Inclusive Environments SoE Q's

Question 1

What is an inclusive environment?

Answer 1

An inclusive environment is one that does not discriminate and can be accessed and used safely by everyone.

Question 2

What regulations govern inclusive environments?

Answer 2

• Equality Act 2010

Question 3

What are the benefits of having an inclusive environment?

Answer 3

Inclusive Environments bring new skillsets, cultures, and differing ways of working that outperform those that are not.

Question 4

What are the protected characteristics?

Answer 4

• Age
• Sex
• Disability
• Race
• Religion
• Marriage and Civil Partnership
• Pregnancy and Maternity
• Gender Reassignment
• Sexual Orientation

Question 5

What is the Equality Act 2010 and what is the purpose of it?

Answer 5

The Equality Act is the primary piece of legislation in the UK that aims to prevent discrimination in the workplace.

Question 6

What did the Equality Act replace?

Answer 6

The Equality Act replaced 116 different pieces of legislation such as :
* The Equal Pay Act 1970
* The Sex Discrimination Act 1975
* The Race Relations Act 1976

Question 7

Are there any building regulations that promote inclusivity?

Answer 7

Building regulations Part M – Access to and Use of Buildings

Specifies inclusive methods of practice like ensuring ramps are at the specified gradient (1:15), there are disabled parking bays, requirements for disabled wc’s, as well as minimum width of corridors (between 900mm and 1,200mm).

Question 8

What are the principles of inclusive design?

Answer 8

Place people at the heart of the design process. (People First)

Acknowledge diversity and difference. (Diversity & Difference)

Offer choice where a single solution cannot accommodate all users. (Choice)

Provide flexibility in use. (Flexibility)

Create an environment that is convenient and enjoyable for everyone to use. (Positive Experience)