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ACCESSIBILITY POLICY
Last Updated: May 15, 2025 Policy No.: A11Y-2025-001
1. POLICY STATEMENT
SHOEACC LTD is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including persons with disabilities. We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standard and comply with relevant legislation including:
3.2 Required Information For effective resolution, include:
URL of inaccessible page/content
Technology used (browser, assistive devices)
Detailed description of the barrier
Contact information (optional for follow-up)
4. RESPONSE PROTOCOL
4.1 Acknowledgement
Automatic confirmation within 24 hours of submission
Case tracking ID provided via preferred contact method
4.2 Resolution Timeline
Severity Level
Initial Response
Resolution Target
Critical (Complete blockage)
48 hours
5 business days
Moderate (Partial restriction)
72 hours
10 business days
Minor (Cosmic issue)
5 days
Next quarterly update
4.3 Escalation Procedure Unresolved issues after 15 days may be escalated to: Chief Accessibility Officer → Global Compliance Committee → External Mediation
5. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
Upon request, we provide: ✅ Alternative format product descriptions (Braille, audio) ✅ Extended customer service sessions (up to 50% more time) ✅ Dedicated support agents trained in disability etiquette
6. EXEMPTIONS AND LIMITATIONS
The following content may have accessibility limitations:
Third-party applications (e.g., payment gateways)
Archived documents published prior to 2025-01-01
Highly complex data visualizations (alternative data tables provided)
7. TRAINING AND ACCOUNTABILITY
7.1 Employee Training All staff complete mandatory training on:
WCAG 2.1 implementation techniques
Disability awareness (IAAP CPACC curriculum)
Accessible document creation
7.2 Governance Structure
Chief Accessibility Officer
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├── Technical Compliance Team
├── User Experience Group
└── Legal & Standards Committee
8. COMPLIANCE CERTIFICATION
Current Conformance Status: WCAG 2.1 Level AA
Validation Report:
Certification Body: IAAC (International Accessibility Assurance Consortium)
9. POLICY UPDATES
Significant changes will be:
Announced 30 days in advance via website banner
Described in an updated Accessibility Conformance Report