Accessibility Statement for the Gautrans website:
Accessibility Statement for Gautrans
At Gautrans, we are committed to making our website, https://gautrans.co.za, accessible to all users, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to ensure an inclusive online experience that aligns with best practices and accessibility standards.
Commitment to Accessibility
We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA, which outlines technical standards to make web content more accessible to a wide range of people with disabilities, including blindness, low vision, hearing loss, mobility impairments, and cognitive limitations.
Features to Enhance Accessibility
- Keyboard Navigation: The website is fully navigable using a keyboard.
- Text Alternatives: Alt text is provided for meaningful images and media to ensure screen readers can interpret visual content.
- Readable Fonts and Colors: We use clear fonts and high-contrast text to improve readability.
- Responsive Design: Our website is designed to function effectively across various devices and screen sizes.
- Accessible Forms: Labels and instructions are provided for all forms, ensuring they are user-friendly and accessible to assistive technologies.
Ongoing Efforts
We continuously improve the accessibility of our website by:
- Conducting regular accessibility audits.
- Training our team on web accessibility best practices.
- Implementing user feedback to address accessibility issues.
Third-Party Content
While we strive to ensure accessibility across all content, some third-party elements may not fully comply with accessibility standards. We encourage users to notify us if they encounter any issues with third-party tools.
Feedback
We welcome your feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you experience any difficulties or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us:
- Phone: +27 (65) 537-4119
- Email: hello@gautrans.com
- Mailing Address:
Gautrans
Unit #113, ERF#919
Noordhang, Region C
Randburg, 2188
Gauteng Province
When contacting us, please provide as much detail as possible about the issue, including the page URL and the specific challenge you faced.
Compatibility
The Gautrans website is designed to be compatible with:
- Modern browsers such as Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge.
- Assistive technologies like screen readers (e.g., NVDA, JAWS) and voice recognition software.
Limitations
Despite our best efforts, some areas of the website may not yet meet the desired level of accessibility. We are actively working to address these limitations and appreciate your patience and feedback during this process.
Updates to This Statement
This accessibility statement was last updated on January 7, 2025. Gautrans reserves the right to revise or update this statement as needed to reflect ongoing improvements or changes to accessibility standards.
