SoE - Inclusive environments Flashcards
What are the CABE 5 principles of inclusive design?
Inclusive design:
1. places people at the heart of the design process: spaces and buildings all people can use to form communities
2. acknowledges diversity and difference: meet as many people’s needs as possible - luggage, buggies, impaired mobility, impaired hearing/vision, learning difficulties
3. offers choice where a single design solution cannot accommodate all users: not every need, but as many as possible therefore more benefit than minimum standards
4. provides for flexibility in use: how a space/building will be used and who will use it, designed to adapt to change
5. provides buildings and environments that are convenient and enjoyable to use for everyone: signage, lighting, visual contract and materials, transport patterns of roads, paths, parking etc
Summary:
1. who will use it
2. what are the abilities/characteristics of people that will use it
3. how can design accommodate the majority of people using it
4. is it easily adapted or changed for future use or flexible use spaces
5. make sure it is easy to access from a wider perspective i.e. infrastructure and signage, materials, colours etc for the people that will use it
What are the key objectives of BS 8300:2018?
BS 8300-2:2018 provides recommendations on inclusive and accessible design of buildings and the spaces within them.
Covers: development of the inclusive design strategy; strategic site and building layout; arriving at a destination and parking; access routes to and within buildings; entering a building - doors, access control systems, entrance and reception areas; horizontal movement - corridors and passageways; vertical movement - steps, stairs, ramps, slopes, handrails, lifts; surface finishes; provision of signs and information; audible communication systems; lighting; facilities in buildings - seating, storage, windows, building services, assistance dog toilets; counters and reception desks; audience and spectator facilities; sanitary accommodation - showers, baby changing, toilets; individual rooms - kitchens, bedrooms, quiet spaces; and various building types.
Which Rule of Conduct requires RICS members and firms to be inclusive?
Rule 4: Members and firms must treat others with respect and encourage diversity and inclusion.
What are the steps in making an inclusive environment?
Understanding who will use the project now and in the future, ensure to have input from the local community.
What is the definition of an inclusive environment?
Welcoming to everyone
* Responsive to people’s needs
* Intuitive to use
* Flexible
* Offer choice when a single design solution cannot meet all user needs
* Convenient so they can be used without undue effort or special separation and so that they maximise independence
What legislation contributes to creating inclusive environments?
- The Equality Act 2010.
- BS 8300 Design of an accessible and inclusive built environment.
- Approved Doc M (in England but still valid for specifying sanitaryware in Scotland e.g. Doc M pack WC/WHB)
- Approved Doc K (England)
- section 4 of Building Standards:
4.1 Access to buildings
4.2 Access within buildings
4.3 Stairs and ramps
4.7 Aids to communication
4.8 Danger from accidents
to some extent: 4.9 Danger of heat (care homes etc)
What is part M of the Building Regulations (England)?
Part M sets out minimum requirements to ensure that a broad range of people are able to access and use facilities within buildings.
What are the features of a disabled parking space?
- Clear signage
- Ease of access
- Good lighting
- Accessible payment machines
- Alternative payment methods
- Concessions allowing for the extra time needed by disabled people
- Enforcement of accessible bays
What is the requirement for accessible toilets in offices?
at least 1 unisex accessible toilet, accessed independently from any other sanitary accommodation, or
where provided within separate sanitary accommodation for males and females, at least 1 accessible toilet for each sex.
