Accessibility

At smithsafetyinc.com, we are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible and inclusive to all users, regardless of their abilities or disabilities. We strive to follow best practices and comply with recognized accessibility standards to provide a seamless and enjoyable browsing experience for everyone. This Accessibility Standards page outlines our efforts to achieve accessibility on our website.

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Compliance

smithsafetyinc.com aims to meet the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 level AA standards, set forth by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C). These guidelines provide a comprehensive set of recommendations for making web content more accessible to individuals with disabilities. We are committed to implementing the following accessibility measures:

1. 1. Perceivable Content:
      • • Provide alternatives for non-text content, such as images, videos, and audio.
      • • Ensure text is readable and can be resized without loss of functionality.
      • • Use contrasting colors to improve readability.

1. 1. Operable User Interface:
      • • Ensure all functionality can be accessed using a keyboard alone, without relying on a mouse or other pointing devices.
      • • Provide clear and consistent navigation throughout the website.
      • • Avoid using content that may cause seizures or other adverse physical reactions.

1. 1. Understandable Information and Interface:
      • • Use clear and concise language to make content easy to understand.
      • • Organize and structure content in a logical manner.
      • • Provide instructions and error messages that are easy to comprehend.

1. 1. Robustness and Compatibility:
      • • Strive to ensure that our website is compatible with a wide range of assistive technologies and web browsers.
      • • Regularly test and monitor the accessibility of our website to identify and address any issues.

Accessibility Features and Functionalities

To enhance accessibility, smithsafetyinc.com incorporates the following features and functionalities:

1. 1. Keyboard Accessibility:
      • • Users can navigate our website using keyboard-only controls, without the need for a mouse.

1. 1. Alternative Text:
      • • All non-text content, such as images and videos, includes descriptive alternative text to provide context for screen readers.

1. 1. Captions and Transcripts:
      • • Videos on our website are accompanied by closed captions or transcripts to ensure accessibility for users with hearing impairments.

1. 1. Consistent Navigation:
      • • Our website maintains a consistent navigation structure, making it easier for users to locate information across different pages.

1. 1. Responsive Design:
      • • smithsafetyinc.com is designed to be responsive and adaptable to various screen sizes and devices, improving accessibility for users who rely on different technologies.

Feedback and Accessibility Support

We value feedback from our users and strive to improve the accessibility of smithsafetyinc.com continually. If you encounter any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us below. We appreciate your input and will make every effort to address your concerns promptly.

Third-Party Content

While we aim to ensure accessibility throughout our website, we may occasionally feature third-party content or links to external websites. We cannot guarantee the accessibility of such content, as it falls outside our control. However, we encourage users to report any accessibility issues encountered on our website related to third-party content, and we will make a reasonable effort to address those concerns.

Continuous Accessibility Improvement

smithsafetyinc.com is committed to maintaining accessibility compliance as technology and standards evolve. We will regularly review and update our accessibility measures to align with the latest best practices and guidelines.

Date of Last Revision: April 22, 2024

By adhering to these accessibility standards, we aim to provide an inclusive online environment for all users. We appreciate your support and strive to ensure that smithsafetyinc.com remains accessible to everyone.