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Emerging considerations in inclusive design

BD+C

At Page, our design philosophy encourages planners to go beyond these typical notions to provide unique, more inclusive environments. This civil rights law prohibits discrimination based on disability and requires all businesses to have ADA Compliant Wayfinding signs.

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The Future of Social Justice in the Workplace

Stok

From zero carbon to biophilic design , our industry is continually pushing for buildings that actively improve our environments rather than maintain the status quo. That implies that discrimination is an acceptable norm. Just like in our built environment, health and well-being is now a much larger priority.

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“Once-in-a-Generation” Opportunity for Women in Construction: Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act

Autodesk Construction Cloud

For Olsen, he believes that the focus has to be placed on putting women in leadership positions to foster a welcoming environment and to help foster support for women-led organizations. . In addition to bringing more women into the construction workforce, there has to be an importance placed on retention. It’s not just up to them, though.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Maggie Farrell, Diversity & HR Manager at S. M. Wilson & Co.

Autodesk Construction Cloud

With so much effort and many resources across the industry focused on recruiting folks to skilled trades, we must ensure people are welcomed into work environments that are safe and inclusive. We still see harassment and discrimination happening in overt ways and through micro-aggressions.

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A Look At Construction Safety in the UK

Constructonomics

website here ), employers, building owners and landlords are legally responsible to manage fire safety in office buildings, residential properties or any other business environments. Under The Fire Safety Order for England and Wales (full details of which can be found of the Gov.uk

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Representation Matters in Construction: New Media Library Amplifies Industry Diversity 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Many people can relate to feeling unwelcome in an environment when they don’t see themselves represented. These feelings stem from recognizing that this environment may not be open or accessible.? ? . Maybe it’s a television show that only features characters of one race. Simply put, representation matters.

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Seven Traits of Profitable Specialty Contractors

Fieldwire

Successful firms recognize the importance of providing a healthy work environment for workers, both in the field and the office. These firms also have clear policies prohibiting harassment, discrimination and other harmful practices. Healthy Culture. Construction is characterized by hard physical work in sometimes difficult conditions.