Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Accessibility

JHC Consulting is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We believe that everyone should have equal access to information and functionality on the web, and we are continuously working to improve the accessibility and usability of our website.

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 at the AA level, which defines requirements for designers and developers to improve accessibility for people with various disabilities, including visual, auditory, physical, speech, cognitive, language, learning, and neurological disabilities.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features on our website:

Navigation and Structure

• Semantic HTML: We use proper HTML5 semantic elements (headings, landmarks, lists) to provide structure that assistive technologies can interpret.
• Logical heading hierarchy: Content is organized using a logical heading structure (H1 through H6) to facilitate navigation.
• Skip navigation links: Skip links allow keyboard users to bypass repetitive content and navigate directly to main content.
• Consistent navigation: Navigation menus appear in consistent locations across all pages.
• Descriptive page titles: Each page has a unique, descriptive title that identifies its content and purpose.

Visual Design

• Color contrast: Text and interactive elements meet WCAG 2.1 AA contrast ratio requirements (minimum 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text).
• No color-only information: Information is not conveyed by color alone; additional indicators are provided.
• Readable typography: Body text uses a minimum font size of 16 pixels with appropriate line height for readability.
• Responsive design: The website adapts to different screen sizes and orientations without loss of content or functionality.
• Text resizing: Content remains readable and functional when text is resized up to 200%.

Keyboard Accessibility

• Full keyboard navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed and operated using a keyboard alone.
• Visible focus indicators: Focus states are clearly visible on all interactive elements.
• Logical tab order: The tab order follows the visual flow of the page.
• No keyboard traps: Users can navigate away from any element using the keyboard.

Images and Media

• Alternative text: All meaningful images have descriptive alternative text.
• Decorative images: Purely decorative images are marked so screen readers skip them.
• Scalable images: Images scale appropriately with zoom and do not cause horizontal scrolling.

Forms and Interactivity

• Labeled form fields: All form fields have associated labels that are programmatically connected.
• Error identification: Form errors are clearly identified with descriptive text, not just color changes.
• Error prevention: Forms provide clear instructions and validation to help prevent errors.
• Touch targets: Interactive elements have sufficient size and spacing for touch interaction.

Assistive Technology Compatibility

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

• Screen readers (including NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, and TalkBack)
• Screen magnification software
• Speech recognition software
• Keyboard-only navigation
• Switch devices

Browser Compatibility

Our website is designed to work with the current versions of major browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

Known Limitations

While we strive for comprehensive accessibility, we are aware of certain limitations:

• Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible. Where possible, we are working to provide accessible alternatives.
• Third-party content embedded on our site may not meet all accessibility standards. We are working with third-party providers to address these issues.
• Some animations and transitions may affect users with vestibular disorders. We are implementing prefers-reduced-motion support where applicable.

We are actively working to identify and remediate these and any other accessibility issues. Please contact us if you encounter any barriers.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment, not a one-time task. We are continuously working to improve:

• Regular accessibility audits using both automated tools and manual testing
• Testing with users who have disabilities
• Monitoring feedback and addressing reported issues promptly
• Training our team on accessibility best practices
• Reviewing third-party components for accessibility compliance
• Keeping up with evolving accessibility standards and guidelines

Feedback and Assistance

We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter accessibility barriers or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:

When contacting us about accessibility issues, please include:

• The URL of the page where you encountered the issue
• A description of the problem you experienced
• The assistive technology you were using, if applicable
• Your browser and operating system
• Your preferred method of contact

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and will work with you to provide the information or assistance you need.

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any content or functionality on our website due to a disability, please contact us and we will work with you to provide the information through an alternative method that is accessible to you.

Enforcement Procedures

For users in the European Union, if you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may contact the relevant national enforcement body in your country. For users in Germany, this is: