Accessibility Statement
Last updated: December 2024
CRA Evidence Team is committed to digital accessibility. We recognize that accessibility is an ongoing journey, not a destination. We are actively working toward WCAG 2.1 Level AA conformance and continuously improving our platform to ensure it is usable by everyone.
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.
Current Status
CRA Evidence is conformant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA. We meet the accessibility requirements of the European Accessibility Act (EAA).
We are committed to maintaining accessibility standards and continuously improving the user experience for everyone.
Accessibility Features
CRA Evidence includes the following accessibility features:
Keyboard Navigation
All interactive elements can be accessed and operated using only a keyboard.
Semantic HTML
We use proper heading hierarchy and semantic elements for better screen reader support.
Color Contrast
Text and interactive elements meet WCAG AA contrast requirements.
Responsive Design
The interface adapts to different screen sizes and supports zoom up to 200%.
Form Labels
All form inputs have associated labels for screen reader users.
Error Identification
Form errors are clearly identified and described in text.
Compatibility
CRA Evidence is designed to be compatible with the following assistive technologies:
- Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
- Screen magnification software
- Speech recognition software
- Keyboard-only navigation
The platform is designed to work with:
- Recent versions of major browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge)
- Desktop and mobile operating systems
Technical Specifications
Accessibility of CRA Evidence relies on the following technologies to work with the particular combination of web browser and any assistive technologies or plugins installed on your computer:
- HTML5
- WAI-ARIA
- CSS
- JavaScript
These technologies are relied upon for conformance with the accessibility standards used.
Assessment Approach
CRA Evidence Team regularly assesses accessibility using a combination of automated and manual testing:
Automated Testing
- axe DevTools
- WAVE
- Lighthouse
Manual Testing
- Keyboard-only navigation
- Screen readers (NVDA, VoiceOver)
- Color contrast verification
We review our platform against WCAG 2.1 Level AA success criteria on an ongoing basis.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of CRA Evidence. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:
Email: accessibility@craevidence.com
Response Time: We try to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days.
If you are not satisfied with our response, you may contact your national enforcement body for the European Accessibility Act. A directory of national authorities can be found on the European Commission website.
Legal Framework
This accessibility statement applies to the CRA Evidence platform and is prepared in accordance with:
- European Accessibility Act (EAA) - Directive (EU) 2019/882
- EN 301 549 - Accessibility requirements for ICT products and services
- WCAG 2.1 - Web Content Accessibility Guidelines