SIA Equality and Diversity

Question 1

How many protected characteristics are defined under the Equality Act 2010?

Accepted Answer

Nine

Answer

Seven

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Eleven

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Twelve

Question 2

Which of the following is an example of direct discrimination by a door supervisor?

Accepted Answer

Refusing entry to a group because they are of a particular ethnic background

Answer

Refusing entry to someone who is visibly intoxicated

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Refusing entry because the venue has reached capacity

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Refusing entry to someone not meeting the dress code that applies equally to all

Question 3

Under the Equality Act 2010, which of the following is NOT a protected characteristic?

Accepted Answer

Political opinion

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Gender reassignment

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Marriage and civil partnership

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Pregnancy and maternity

Question 4

What is indirect discrimination in the context of door supervision?

Accepted Answer

Applying a rule or policy that appears neutral but disproportionately disadvantages a group with a protected characteristic

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Deliberately targeting an individual because of a protected characteristic

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Harassing someone because of their religion

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Victimising someone who has made a discrimination complaint

Question 5

A venue operates a dress code requiring all patrons to wear high heels. Which protected characteristic could this most obviously breach?

Accepted Answer

Sex

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Race

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Religion or belief

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Age

Question 6

Which body is responsible for enforcing the Equality Act 2010 in England, Scotland, and Wales?

Accepted Answer

The Equality and Human Rights Commission

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The Security Industry Authority

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The Home Office

Answer

The Health and Safety Executive