​ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

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1. Commitment to Accessibility

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FormSafe™ is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including people with disabilities. We strive to meet or exceed recognized accessibility standards so that everyone can navigate our site, access information about our designer fire-extinguisher covers, and complete transactions with ease.

2. Standards and Guidelines

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We aim to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, which is widely regarded as a strong benchmark for web accessibility. Our goal is to address the following principles:

• Perceivable: Ensure content can be perceived by all senses (e.g., with text alternatives for non-text content).

• Operable: Ensure interface components and navigation are operable via keyboard and assistive technologies.

• Understandable: Provide clear, consistent content and navigation; avoid overly complex language or interactions.

• Robust: Use clean, semantic HTML / ARIA practices so the site works reliably across current and future user agents, including screen readers.

3. Measures and Features Implemented

3.1 Semantic HTML & ARIA

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• Use of correct HTML5 elements (e.g., <header>, <nav>, <main>, <footer>, <button>) for structure.

• Appropriate ARIA roles, labels, and landmarks where necessary to enhance screen-reader navigation.

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3.2 Keyboard Accessibility

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• All interactive elements (links, buttons, form fields, menus) are operable via keyboard (e.g., Tab, Enter, Space).

• Focus indicators are visible and sufficiently contrasted to guide keyboard users.

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3.3 Alt Text & Non-Text Content

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• Informative images (product photos, icons) include descriptive alt attributes or appropriate captions.

• Decorative images use empty alt attributes (alt="") to be ignored by screen readers.

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3.4 Color Contrast & Visual Design

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• Text and background color combinations meet WCAG contrast ratios (minimum 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text).

• Buttons, links, and UI controls use contrast-conscious styles.

• Design elements (e.g., the vertical “tagline” column) ensure text remains legible against background colors.

3.5 Responsive & Flexible Layout

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• The site is designed responsively to work on a variety of devices and screen sizes without loss of functionality or content.

• Text resizes appropriately; layouts reflow to avoid horizontal scrolling on mobile.

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3.6 Form Accessibility

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• Form fields (e.g., RAL code input, contact forms) include <label> elements or ARIA labels.

• Clear instructions, error messages, and validation feedback provided in text (not just color cues).

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3.7 Multimedia & Embedded Content

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• If videos or animations are used, captions or transcripts are provided or planned.

• Animations or auto-playing media can be paused or stopped by the user to avoid distraction or seizure risk.

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3.8 Testing & Validation

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• Regular manual testing with keyboard navigation and screen readers (e.g., NVDA, VoiceOver).

• Automated scanning with accessibility tools (e.g., WAVE, axe) to identify common issues.

• Periodic reviews across major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) and assistive technologies.

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4. Known Limitations and Planned Improvements

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Despite our efforts, some parts of the website may not yet fully conform to WCAG 2.1 AA. We continuously monitor and remediate issues as they arise. Potential areas for ongoing improvement include:

• Third-Party Integrations: Content embedded from external sources (e.g., certain payment widgets or analytics dashboards) may not fully meet our accessibility standards. We work with vendors to address any shortcomings or implement accessible alternatives.

• Complex Interactive Components: Advanced UI elements (e.g., RAL color picker interface) are designed with accessibility in mind, but we will gather user feedback and refine ARIA implementations as necessary.

• Document Formats: Downloadable PDFs or spec sheets should follow accessible PDF guidelines; we aim to audit and update documents to include proper tagging, alt text for embedded images, and logical reading order.

We maintain an internal roadmap to address these items and welcome feedback to prioritize improvements.

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5. Feedback and Contact Information

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Your feedback helps us improve accessibility. If you encounter any barriers or have suggestions for making the FormSafe website more accessible, please let us know:

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• Email: hello@formsafe.com

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When reporting an issue, please include:

1. The web page URL.

2. A description of the accessibility issue.

3. The browser and assistive technology (if any) you were using.

4. Any suggestions you may have for improvement.

We aim to acknowledge all enquiries within 3 business days and resolve issues promptly.

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6. Ongoing Review

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We review this Accessibility Statement annually (or sooner if guidelines update) and after major site changes. The “Last Updated” date at the top reflects when substantive changes occur. For questions or updates, refer to the contact information above.

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7. Compatibility with Assistive Technologies

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While we test with common screen readers and browsers, the website should be compatible with a broad range of assistive tools. If you experience difficulties with a specific device or software, please let us know so we can address it.

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8. Additional Resources

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For more information about web accessibility standards and best practices:

• Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1: https://www.w3.org/WAI/standards-guidelines/wcag/

• UK Government Accessibility Requirements: https://www.gov.uk/service-manual/helping-people-to-use-your-service/making-your-service-accessible-for-disabled-people

• EU Digital Accessibility Act and related guidelines.

Conclusion
FormSafe is dedicated to providing an accessible web experience for all users. We welcome your input and are committed to ongoing improvements. Thank you for helping us make our site inclusive and usable by everyone.