Diversity, Inclusion and Teamworking Flashcards
(14 cards)
Why is it important to have a team with diverse skill sets?
Better abilitity to problem solve due to different perspectives and able to provide a wider range of services due to specialist knowledge and experience in different areas.
Provide examples of skills that you possess
I possess good communication skills and technical building surveying knowledge and I also have good attention to detail.
What’s unconscious bias?
the automatic, unintentional judgments or stereotypes that influence our decisions and behaviour without us being aware of them.
What rule of conduct applies specifically to this competency?
Rule 4 - treat others with respect and encourage diversity and inclusion.
Summarise Summers-Inman’s Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Policy
Sets out the framework for providing equal employment opportunities and the elimination of unlawful, unfair and inappropriate discrimination in the company.
What are the four types of discrimination?
Direct
Indirect
Harassment
Victimisation
How do you identify discriminatory or abusive behaviour?
Someone making offensive comments, excluding individuals from activities, swearing, aggressive or intimidating body language, excessive or unreasonable criticism.
What would you do if you saw someone behaving in a discriminatory or abusive way?
I would report this to my director (Dan) in line with the company policy.
What is the RICS Building Inclusivity Report
A report published to analyse diversity and inclusion within the UK land, property, and construction sectors. It highlighted the underrepresentation of women, black and Asian people and people with disabilities within the industry compared to other industries.
What are the six key areas to improve performance as an inclusive employer?
- Leadership and Vision
- Recruitment
- Staff Development
- Staff Retention
- Staff Engagement
- Continous Improvement
How do you encourage diversity and inclusion at work?
Encourage open communication and take interest in different cultures, backgrounds and perspectives to my own.
How do you act respectfully and courteously at work?
I use respectful language, dress professionally and avoid any gossip or negativity in the workplace.
Tell me about RICS Modus - Mapping change: celebrating the women in street names
A project to address the imbalance between the recognition of notable male and females through street names as most European countries have minimal numbers of women and most of these are royal as opposed to lifelong achievement.
Summarise Built Environment Journal - How to
retain women in building surveying
The industry has more men than women so to encourage and retain women in the industry the journal suggests companies should offer more flexible working practices, more inclusive working environments and more women’s networking opportunities and events.
