3rd party content responsibilities
When considering whether third-party produced content is in scope or out of scope of the regulations, we consider 5 key questions.
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PSBAR Exemptions
The regulations include a list of specific exemptions which covers organisation types as well as several content types. Working out what exemptions may apply to your content can be a complex task and involves many grey areas. Application of the regulations should always be checked on a case-by-case basis. This guide provides more detailed information to help you understand the exemptions and how they may apply to your systems and content.
George RhodesRunning accessible events
Whether you are putting on a large conference or a small meeting, virtual or in person, you should consider the needs of the people who may attend with seen or hidden disabilities. When putting on events think about how you make them accessible to all from start to finish.
George RhodesHow to write a disproportionate burden assessment
Disproportionate burden is a clause in the public sector accessibility regulations that allows organisations to avoid full compliance without penalty (not indefinitely) if the organisation proves that to achieve compliance would be a ‘disproportionate burden’. This guide shows you what content to include in a comprehensive disproportionate burden assessment.
George RhodesUnderstanding disproportionate burden
Disproportionate burden is a clause in the public sector accessibility regulations that allows organisations to avoid full compliance without penalty (not indefinitely) if the organisation proves that to achieve compliance would be a ‘disproportionate burden’. Making a disproportionate burden claim requires a lot of supporting evidence and can only be used for very specific cases.
George RhodesAccessibility in supplier contracts
The Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications (No.2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 places all legal burden on the public sector body. Suppliers are not directly held responsible for the accessibility of their products that you decide to use. The only way to hold suppliers responsible for fixing accessibility issues or taking responsibility in the event of 3rd party products causing accessibility complaints is to include accessibility requirements into contracts.
George RhodesProcurement accessibility guidance
Managing accessibility requirements at the procurement stage can help avoid problems later down the line after contracts have been signed. During procurement you can challenge suppliers more easily on the accessibility of their product before you buy. There are some key questions you can ask and tell tale signs to watch out for to avoid suppliers that will put you at risk.
George RhodesHow to write an accessibility statement
This guide shows how to write an accessibility statement, what you will need to have before you can write your statement, and tips for writing the best statement you can.
George RhodesAccessibility Statements - what are they?
An accessibility statement is a specific legal document that organisations must publish under the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations (PSBAR). The statement must include information about accessibility issues on a system, contact information, enforcement procedure, as well as several other legally required sections. This guide explains what they are, who needs one, what the scope is, and how they are checked.
George RhodesWhat are the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations?
The Public Sector Bodies (Websites and Mobile Applications) (No.2) Accessibility Regulations 2018 are a set of laws requiring public sector bodies to proactively make their digital estates accessible for both internal and external facing content. The regulations do this by requiring compliance with technical standards through the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.1.
George RhodesReading material
Accessibility and disability related books and TV programs that are worth the watch.
George RhodesPSBAR Monitoring and Enforcement Process
An introduction to the UK accessibility regulations monitoring and enforcement process. Which organisations conduct each part of the process and what you need to do as part of monitoring or enforcement action.
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