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Accessibility

Kaffeinated Kodemonkey ~ Certified Trusted Tester

An A11Y Evaluation Audit was conducted on the Colorado Information Sharing 

The consortium website is based on WCAG 2.1 Level AA and Section 508 standards.
 

Certified A11y Developer ID: #TT-2311-03604
Compliance Level: WCAG/508 2.1 Level AA | Risk Score: 5 
Evaluation Date: Nov 2024 | Expiration Date: Nov -2025

Product Name: Colorado Information Sharing Consortium
URL: https://cisc.colorado.gov/
Evaluation Version: Version 2.0

Proof Of Compliance (POC) Certificate

This document certifies that the Colorado Information Sharing Consortium (CISC) website complies with Colorado State Bill HB21-1110, WCAG 2.1 Level AA, and Section 508 accessibility standards.

The POC Certificate, issued by Kaffeinated Kodemonkey, confirms that the product has undergone rigorous evaluation, ensuring accessibility for individuals with disabilities.

Key Benefits of the POC Certificate:

  • Evidence of Compliance: Demonstrates adherence to WCAG 2.1 Level AA, Section 508, and Colorado State Bill HB21-1110. 
  • Commitment to Accessibility: Highlights a dedication to inclusive digital experiences. 
  • Stakeholder Assurance: Builds confidence in accessibility compliance among users, stakeholders, and regulators.

While the certificate verifies adherence to technical accessibility standards, user experiences may vary depending on the nature and severity of individual disabilities. Similarly, a product may offer high usability for many individuals even if it doesn’t meet all technical criteria, provided specific accessibility features aren’t required.

This certificate reflects Kaffeinated Kodemonkey's commitment to ADA compliance and accessibility excellence, achieved through collaboration with CISC to ensure the website aligns with WCAG 2.1 Level AA and Section 508 standards.

Evaluation Process

The Accessibility Evaluation Audit (AEA) followed the Trusted Tester methodology, ensuring compliance with WCAG 2.1 and Section 508 standards.

The comprehensive analysis included:

  • Testing with Chrome, Edge, and screen readers such as Orca and JAWS.
  • Utilizing tools like Accessibility Insights, WAVE, and proprietary systems. 
  • Manual testing with focus on keyboard navigation (Tab, Arrow, Esc, Enter keys).

Areas Evaluated for ADA Compliance 

The evaluation covered the following criteria to ensure full website accessibility: 

  1. Conforming Alternate Version (CAV) and Non-Interference – Validating alternate content versions and ensuring no interference.
  2. Auto-Playing/Updating Content – Ensuring user control over auto-played or updated content. 
  3. Flashing Elements – Preventing seizure risks by adhering to safety thresholds. 
  4. Keyboard Access and Focus – Guaranteeing operability and proper focus management. 
  5. Forms – Verifying accessible labeling and usability. 
  6. Links – Ensuring descriptive text and distinguishable links.
  7. Images – Evaluating alternative text for screen readers. 
  8. Adjustable Time Limits – Providing options to extend or disable time limits. 
  9. Repetitive Content – Ensuring mechanisms for bypassing repetitive elements. 
  10. Content Structure – Verifying logical content organization with accessible elements. 
  11. Language Attributes – Ensuring proper tagging for screen reader compatibility. 
  12. age Titles and Frames – Confirming descriptive titles and labeled frames/iFrames.
  13. Sensory Characteristics and Contrast – Evaluating sensory attributes and color contrast. 
  14. Tables – Checking proper structure and headers. 
  15. CSS Positioning – Ensuring layouts support reading order and accessibility.
  16.  Pre-Recorded Media – Providing transcripts or captions for multimedia. 
  17. Synchronized Media – Validating captions, audio descriptions, and accessible controls. 
  18. Resize Text – Ensuring resizable text without content or functionality loss. 
  19. Multiple Navigation Methods – Providing diverse navigation options like sitemaps and search. 
  20. Parsing – Checking for error-free code supporting assistive technologies.

Certificate and Seal 

Included with Certification: 

  1. Certificate: Displays product details, compliance level, risk score, and expiration date. 
  2. Seal: A visual affirmation of compliance with accessibility standards.

Supporting Documents:

By adhering to this rigorous evaluation process, Kaffeinated Kodemonkey ensures that the CISC website meets accessibility benchmarks, fostering an inclusive online experience for all users.