Inclusive Enviroments Flashcards
What is the Equality Act 2010
The Equality Act 2010 is an Act of Parliament of the United Kingdom with the primary purpose of consolidating, updating and supplementing the numerous prior Acts and Regulations, that formed the basis of anti-discrimination law in Great Britain.
What did the Equality Act 2010 replace
The Sex Discrimination Act 1975
The Race Relations Act 1976
The Disability Discrimination Act 1995
What are the protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010
Protected Characteristics include; Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Marital Status, Pregnancy or Maternity, Race, Religion, Sex and Sexual Orientation
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What are planners responsibilities under the Equality Act 2010
Under Section 149, planning authorities, through the execution of their functions, have a duty to have regard to the need to:
Eliminate unlawful discrimination, harassment and victimisation.
Advance equality of opportunity.
Foster good relations between communities.
How can you demonstrate inclusive design
Demonstrate compliance with BS8300 and Approved document M of the building regulations.
Are you aware of any local legislation that has an impact on inclusive design
The NPPF - highlights the importance of high-quality inclusive design in public and private schemes and wider developments.
Plymouth Plan - looks ahead to 2034 which envisions Plymouth as a wholly accessible and inclusive destination.
What is included within BS8300
BS8300’s guidelines are vast and extend to: • Entrances • Door fittings • Steps, stairs and ramps • Corridors and passageways • Surface finishes • Visual signs • Lighting • Storage facilities • Provision of seating
What is included within Part M regarding inclusive design
Part M of the building regulations sets out the minimum accessibility requirements which should be met under the Building Act 1984;
1: Access to Buildings other than dwellings – This covers areas such as approach from the boundary and ca parking, stepped and ramped access etc.
2: Access into Buildings – This section lists the requirements of doors to accessible entrances, powered and manually operated doors, lobbies, glass entrances etc.
3: Horizontal and vertical circulation in Buildings – This covers the entrance areas, reception halls, internal lobbies, vertical circulation, passenger lifts, internal ramps etc.
4: Facilities in Buildings – refreshment facilities, sleeping arrangements, audience seating and spectator facilities etc. get covered in this section
5: Sanitary accommodation in buildings – Requirements for provisions of toilet, wheelchair accessible toilets and showers, separate sex washrooms etc. are listed in this section
What is included within Part K regarding inclusive design
1: Stairs and ladders – Contains guidance on steepness, construction, headroom, landings, handrails, guarding, and so on.
2: Ramps – Contains guidance on construction, obstruction, handrails, landings, guarding, and so on.
What is an uninclusive environment
An environment that interferes with the enjoyment of someone’s participation with the activities within.
What is an inclusive environment
Inclusive environments enable everyone to access the opportunities an environment presents regardless of their;
Age, Disability, Gender, Religion, Race, Economic circumstance e.c.t
this includes when they are carrying luggage or travelling with children.
How does the NPPF impact accessibility
The National Planning Policy Frankwork identifies the need for planning policies to create places that are;
Safe, Inclusive, Accessible, Promote health and wellbeing.
What is the public sector equality duty
It requires public authorities to consider how their facilities and services affect people who are protected under the Equality Act.
What are the public sector duties under PSED
In England there are only two duties;
Set out one or more objectives relating to equality
Publish information to demonstrate that they are complying with the general duty.
What is the Inclusive Employer Quality Mark
In 2015 RICS launched the Inclusive Employer Quality Mark as a response to the sector being behind other professions in moving towards a more diverse and inclusive workforce.
The RICS is one of 183 companies (of all sizes) to have since signed up to the IEQM.
