Inclusive Environments

Question 1

Name the different types of disabilities

Answer 1

1. cognative- adhd, dyslexia
2. physical - paralysed etc
3. sensory- blindness, loss of hearing etc
4. mental- autistic, down syndrome

Question 2

What is the key legislation relating to equality in the workplace

Answer 2

The equality Act 2010. This protects people from discrimination in the workplace and in wider society

Question 3

What is RICS guidance on this

Answer 3

The RICS have the inclusive employer quality mark. This is made up of 4 principles:

1. Leadership- promoting equality from the top
2. recruitment- attracting the under represented into the profession
3. culture- creating a good culture where everyone feels included
4. development- offering equal opportunities for all