Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment

Chesapeake Latheworks, LLC is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, including those with disabilities. We strive to meet or exceed the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards and continuously work to improve the accessibility of our digital presence.

Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features to improve accessibility:

• Semantic HTML markup to support screen readers
• Descriptive alt text for images where applicable
• Sufficient color contrast ratios for text and interactive elements
• Keyboard navigable interface and interactive controls
• Consistent and predictable navigation structure
• Responsive design that adapts to various screen sizes and zoom levels
• Clear focus indicators for keyboard navigation
• Descriptive link text that conveys the purpose of each link

Known Limitations

While we strive for full accessibility, some content may not yet meet all accessibility standards. We are actively working to identify and address these limitations. Known areas we are improving include:

• Some older images may lack descriptive alt text
• Embedded video content may not have closed captions
• Complex interactive elements may be enhanced for keyboard accessibility

Technical Standards

Our website aims to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, Level AA. These guidelines explain how to make web content more accessible to people with disabilities and are the internationally recognized standard for web accessibility.

We also follow best practices from the WAI-ARIA Authoring Practices to ensure complex UI components are accessible to assistive technologies.

Assistive Technologies

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

• Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver, TalkBack)
• Browser zoom and text scaling
• Keyboard-only navigation
• High-contrast display modes
• Voice recognition software

Alternative Access

If you are unable to access any content or functionality on our website due to a disability, we are happy to assist you directly. Please contact us and we will provide the information you need or help you complete your inquiry in an alternative format.

Feedback and Contact

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

We aim to respond to accessibility feedback within 2 business days and will work with you to provide the information or service you need through an accessible means.

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing commitment. We regularly audit our website against accessibility standards, train our team on inclusive design practices, and incorporate accessibility testing into our development process. We are continuously working to improve the user experience for everyone.