Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: January 1, 2023
Last Updated: December 11, 2024

1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

Coropos Web Services is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards to achieve these goals.

2. Conformance Status

The Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with disabilities. It defines three levels of conformance: Level A, Level AA, and Level AAA.

coroposws.com is partially conformant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. Partially conformant means that some parts of the content do not fully conform to the accessibility standard.

3. Accessibility Features

3.1 Current Accessibility Enhancements

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

• Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed using a keyboard
• Screen Reader Compatible: Semantic HTML and ARIA labels for assistive technologies
• Text Alternatives: Alt text provided for images and graphics
• Color Contrast: Meets WCAG AA standards for text and background color ratios
• Responsive Design: Content adapts to different screen sizes and orientations
• Focus Indicators: Visible keyboard focus indicators on all interactive elements
• Clear Navigation: Consistent navigation structure across all pages
• Readable Fonts: Clear, legible typography with adequate sizing
• Skip Links: Skip navigation links for keyboard users
• Form Labels: Properly labeled form fields with clear instructions

3.2 Accessibility Widget

We have integrated an accessibility compliance widget that provides:

• Text size adjustment
• Contrast adjustment
• Font changes for readability
• Cursor/pointer adjustments
• Highlighting links
• Readable font options
• Animation control

4. Supported Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:

4.1 Screen Readers

• JAWS (Job Access With Speech) - Windows
• NVDA (NonVisual Desktop Access) - Windows
• VoiceOver - macOS and iOS
• TalkBack - Android
• Narrator - Windows

4.2 Browser Compatibility

Our website is tested and compatible with:

• Google Chrome (latest version)
• Mozilla Firefox (latest version)
• Apple Safari (latest version)
• Microsoft Edge (latest version)

4.3 Additional Technologies

• Voice recognition software
• Screen magnification software
• Switch access devices
• Alternative input devices

5. Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts to ensure accessibility, there may be some limitations. Below is a description of known limitations and potential solutions:

5.1 Third-Party Content

• Issue: Some embedded third-party content (videos, maps, widgets) may not be fully accessible
• Solution: We provide alternative ways to access the information when possible
• Status: Ongoing evaluation of third-party services for accessibility compliance

5.2 PDF Documents

• Issue: Some older PDF documents may not be fully tagged for screen readers
• Solution: We are working to remediate existing PDFs and ensure new PDFs are accessible
• Workaround: Contact us for alternative formats (HTML, plain text, etc.)

5.3 Dynamic Content

• Issue: Some dynamically loaded content may not immediately announce to screen readers
• Solution: We are implementing ARIA live regions for dynamic updates
• Status: In progress

5.4 User-Generated Content

• Issue: Portfolio images and client website examples may not always include alt text
• Solution: We are systematically adding descriptive alt text to all images
• Status: Ongoing

6. Accessibility Standards and Guidelines

We reference the following standards and guidelines in our accessibility efforts:

6.1 Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG)

• Version: WCAG 2.1
• Level: AA (target level)
• Principles:
  • Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive
  • Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable
  • Understandable: Information and the operation of user interface must be understandable
  • Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents, including assistive technologies

6.2 Section 508

We strive to meet Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requirements for federal accessibility standards.

6.3 ADA Compliance

We work to ensure our digital properties comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as interpreted by current legal standards.

7. Testing and Monitoring

7.1 Automated Testing

We use the following automated tools to identify accessibility issues:

• WAVE (Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool)
• axe DevTools
• Lighthouse accessibility audits
• Color contrast analyzers

7.2 Manual Testing

Our accessibility testing includes:

• Keyboard-only navigation testing
• Screen reader testing (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
• Mobile accessibility testing
• Zoom and magnification testing (up to 200%)
• User testing with people with disabilities (when possible)

7.3 Ongoing Monitoring

• Monthly accessibility audits of new content
• Quarterly full-site accessibility reviews
• Annual third-party accessibility assessments
• Continuous monitoring of user feedback

8. Remediation Efforts

8.1 Current Initiatives

We are actively working on:

• Improving ARIA labels and landmark regions
• Enhancing form validation and error messaging
• Optimizing keyboard navigation patterns
• Ensuring all interactive elements meet minimum touch target sizes
• Adding captions and transcripts to video content
• Improving heading hierarchy and document structure

8.2 Remediation Timeline

• Critical Issues: Addressed within 5 business days
• High Priority Issues: Addressed within 30 days
• Medium Priority Issues: Addressed within 90 days
• Low Priority Issues: Addressed in next major update

9. Feedback and Assistance

9.1 How to Report Accessibility Issues

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of coroposws.com. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

• Email: accessibility@coroposws.com
• Phone: Contact via our main line (available via contact form)
• Mail: Coropos Web Services, Accessibility Team (address available via contact page)

9.2 Response Time

• We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days
• We will provide a status update on remediation efforts within 5 business days
• Critical accessibility issues will be prioritized for immediate resolution

9.3 Alternative Access

If you encounter an accessibility barrier, we can provide information through alternative means:

• Phone consultation
• Email correspondence
• Plain text versions of documents
• Guided assistance through our services
• Accessible format documents upon request

10. Client Website Accessibility

10.1 Our Development Standards

For websites we develop for clients, we:

• Follow WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines by default
• Implement semantic HTML and proper heading structure
• Ensure keyboard accessibility for all interactive elements
• Provide alt text for all images
• Test with screen readers before delivery
• Include our accessibility widget on client sites
• Provide accessibility training to clients

10.2 Client Responsibilities

We educate clients about:

• Adding alt text when uploading images
• Maintaining proper heading hierarchy in content
• Ensuring color contrast in custom elements
• Providing captions for video content
• Creating accessible PDF documents

11. Training and Awareness

11.1 Staff Training

• All developers receive accessibility training
• Annual refresher courses on WCAG updates
• Design team trained on accessible design principles
• Content team trained on accessible content creation

11.2 Resources Provided

• Internal accessibility guidelines and checklists
• Code snippets and component libraries for accessible patterns
• Testing tool access for all team members
• Regular sharing of accessibility best practices

12. Legal Compliance

We recognize our legal obligations regarding digital accessibility, including:

• ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act): Ensuring our digital properties are accessible to people with disabilities
• Section 508: Compliance for any government contracts or federal work
• State Laws: Awareness of state-specific accessibility requirements

13. Accessibility by Design

We incorporate accessibility from the beginning of our development process:

13.1 Design Phase

• Color contrast checking in mockups
• Consideration of keyboard navigation in UI design
• Focus state design for interactive elements
• Accessible typography and spacing

13.2 Development Phase

• Semantic HTML as foundation
• ARIA attributes where necessary
• Keyboard event handling
• Focus management for dynamic content

13.3 Testing Phase

• Automated accessibility testing in CI/CD pipeline
• Manual keyboard testing
• Screen reader verification
• Mobile accessibility testing

14. Continuous Improvement

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment:

• We regularly review and update our accessibility policies
• We monitor changes to WCAG and other standards
• We incorporate user feedback into improvements
• We stay informed about assistive technology advances
• We participate in accessibility community discussions

15. Third-Party Compliance

We carefully evaluate third-party services for accessibility:

• Review accessibility documentation before integration
• Test third-party components with assistive technologies
• Provide fallbacks when third-party content is not accessible
• Advocate for accessibility improvements with vendors

16. Document Accessibility

For documents we create and publish:

• PDFs: Tagged, with proper structure and alt text
• Word Documents: Proper heading styles, alt text for images
• Presentations: Alt text on images, clear reading order
• Spreadsheets: Table headers defined, descriptive sheet names

17. Contact Information

For accessibility questions, feedback, or assistance:

• Accessibility Team: accessibility@coroposws.com
• General Support: info@coroposws.com
• Response Time: Within 2 business days

This Accessibility Statement was last reviewed on December 11, 2024. We are committed to maintaining and improving the accessibility of our website and services for all users.