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Accessibility Statement

Our commitment to making our website accessible to everyone

Our Commitment

Pacific West Construction is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually improve the user experience for everyone and apply relevant accessibility standards.

Accessibility Standards

Our website strives to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA. These guidelines help make web content more accessible for people with disabilities, including:

  • Visual impairments (blindness, low vision, color blindness)
  • Hearing impairments
  • Motor impairments
  • Cognitive and learning disabilities

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

  • Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements can be accessed using a keyboard
  • Screen Reader Compatibility: Semantic HTML and ARIA labels for assistive technologies
  • Clear Structure: Logical heading hierarchy and page structure
  • Alternative Text: Descriptive alt text for images
  • Color Contrast: Sufficient contrast ratios for text readability
  • Resizable Text: Text can be enlarged without loss of functionality
  • Focus Indicators: Clear visual indicators for keyboard focus
  • Consistent Navigation: Predictable navigation patterns across all pages

Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to work with commonly used assistive technologies, including:

  • Screen readers (JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver)
  • Screen magnification software
  • Voice recognition software
  • Alternative input devices

Third-Party Content

Some content on our website, such as embedded maps or videos, may be provided by third-party services. We work to ensure these elements are accessible, but we cannot control the accessibility of third-party content.

Ongoing Efforts

We are continuously working to improve the accessibility of our website. Our efforts include:

  • Regular accessibility audits and testing
  • Training our team on accessibility best practices
  • Testing with assistive technologies and real users
  • Incorporating accessibility into our design and development process
  • Staying informed about accessibility standards and guidelines

Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some areas of our website may not yet be fully accessible. We are aware of the following limitations and are working to address them:

  • Some older PDF documents may not be fully accessible
  • Certain interactive elements may require JavaScript to function
  • Some third-party embedded content may have accessibility barriers

Feedback and Contact

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

Accessibility Coordinator

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days.

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any content on our website due to accessibility barriers, please contact us directly. We will provide the information in an alternative format or assist you in accessing our services through other means.

Physical Accessibility

Our commitment to accessibility extends to our physical office and job sites. We strive to provide accessible consultations and can arrange accommodations for in-person meetings. Please contact us in advance if you require specific accommodations.

Formal Complaints

If you wish to make a formal accessibility complaint, please contact us using the information above. We will investigate all complaints and respond with our findings and any corrective actions taken.

Last reviewed: January 2024