A premises accessibility regulatory compliance audit focuses on evaluating a physical environment to ensure it meets the necessary standards and regulations for accessibility. This type of audit covers a range of topics to identify barriers that could hinder access for individuals with disabilities.
Key topics typically include:
Legal and Regulatory Standards Compliance
Approach and Car Parking
Entrances and Receptions
Corridors
Internal Doors
Lifts and Stairs
Toilets
Signage and Way-finding
Communication
Means of Escape Considering all Disabilities
An online accessibility regulatory compliance audit typically covers a broad range of topics to ensure that a website or application meets the required accessibility standards and regulations. These audits are designed to identify barriers that could prevent users with disabilities from accessing online content.
Key topics typically include:
Legal and Regulatory Standards Compliance
User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX)
Content Accessibility
Interactive Elements
Design and Visual Presentation
Performance and Load Time
Technical Implementation
Usability Testing with Assistive Technologies
User Feedback and Involvement
Documentation and Reporting
Accessibility coaching sessions for staff in businesses and organisations shall be comprehensive, covering both in-person and online accessibility. The goal is to equip staff with the knowledge and skills to create and maintain inclusive environments for all users, including those with disabilities.
Here’s a detailed outline of what will be included:
Introduction to Accessibility
Introduction to Legal and Regulatory Standards Compliance
In-Person Accessibility - Physical Environment - Interaction and Communication
Online Accessibility - Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) - Technical Implementation - Design Principles
Tools and Techniques for Testing Accessibility
Creating Accessible Content
Developing an Accessibility Mindset
Policy and Practice
Case Studies and Real-World Scenarios
Ongoing Support and Resources
Accessibility governance services for businesses and organisations shall provide a structured approach to ensuring and maintaining accessibility across both physical and digital environments. These services should cover policy creation, implementation strategies, monitoring, and continuous improvement.
Here’s a detailed outline of what will be included:
Policy Development and Implementation
Standards, Protocols, and Guidelines
Roles and Responsibilities
Physical Environment Accessibility
Digital Environment Accessibility
Accessibility in Procurement
Monitoring and Reporting
Feedback and Continuous Improvement
Crisis and Emergency Management
Accessibility Culture and Awareness
Technology and Innovation
Legal and Ethical Considerations
Budgeting and Resource Allocation
External Partnerships and Advocacy