Accessibility Statement

Our commitment to accessible web design

RICKS CUSTOM WELDING INC is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

Our Commitment

We strive to ensure that our website is accessible to all users, regardless of ability or disability. We are committed to complying with the accessibility requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, and the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following accessibility features on our website:

Semantic HTML

We use proper HTML markup to ensure content is meaningful and navigable by assistive technologies.

Keyboard Navigation

All interactive elements can be accessed and operated using a keyboard without requiring a mouse.

Alt Text for Images

All meaningful images include descriptive alternative text for screen reader users.

Color Contrast

We maintain sufficient color contrast ratios between text and background elements for readability.

Responsive Design

Our website adapts to different screen sizes and orientations for accessibility across devices.

Form Labels

All form fields have associated labels and clear instructions for users.

Focus Indicators

Visible focus indicators help keyboard users track their position on the page.

Skip Navigation

Skip links allow keyboard users to bypass repetitive navigation elements.

Conformance Status

We aim to conform to WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible for people with disabilities. Conforming to these guidelines helps make the web more accessible for all users.

We regularly test our website for accessibility and work to address any identified issues. However, due to the dynamic nature of web content, some parts of our website may not yet fully conform to these standards.

Third-Party Content

While we strive to ensure accessibility on our website, some third-party content or tools may not be fully accessible. We work with our vendors to encourage accessible solutions and provide alternative access methods when possible.

Assistive Technology Compatibility

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

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

Known Issues

We are actively working to address the following known accessibility issues:

  • Some PDF documents may not be fully accessible
  • Third-party map embeds may have limited keyboard accessibility

Feedback

We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. Please let us know if you encounter accessibility barriers:

We try to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and propose a solution within 10 business days.

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any content on our website, please contact us and we will provide the information in an alternative format. We can provide:

  • Text transcripts for audio content
  • Audio descriptions for video content
  • Large print versions of documents
  • Alternative text formats

Formal Complaints

If you are not satisfied with our response to your accessibility concern, you may file a formal complaint. We will investigate and work to resolve the issue promptly.

Policy Review

This accessibility statement will be reviewed and updated at least annually. The last review was conducted in January 2026.

Contact Information

For accessibility-related inquiries, please contact:

RICKS CUSTOM WELDING INC
62 HOMESTEAD KNOLL LN
Huntly, VA 22640
Phone: +1 (469) 614-9224
Email: info@ricks-custom-welding.com