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Equality Impact Assessment Action Plan Protected Characteristic Issues identified Action to be taken Expected outcomes Owner Timescale Cost implications Age During construction age groups reliant on walking may experience reduced accessibility as works reduce access. Shared pedestrian/cycle routes may increase the perceived vulnerability of older and younger people using pedestrian facilities. Adequate advance notice of closures and signage during planned works. Signage at entry and pinch points should remind all users to share the route respectively. A safety audit will be completed at the design and construction stage The design will meet all statutory requirements including the Equality Act 2010, and recommended cycle route design guidance from the Department for Transport. The construction phase will be managed effectively to minimize any reduced public access The final design will encourage inclusive access whilst meeting minimum design standards Kent County Council Highways Before and during construction Adequately managing the construction phase meeting all health and safety standards should be costed within the project planning The design should consider current users and potential users and this should be included in design costings
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