Accessibility
Compliance Suite

ADA-compliant documents, WCAG 2.1 alignment, screen reader support, and mobile-friendly layouts. BoardBlocs makes accessibility a priority—not an afterthought.

WHY IT MATTERS

Accessibility Isn't Optional

Government organizations, schools, and public boards are required to make their digital content accessible. ADA and Section 508 compliance isn't just good practice—it's the law.

PDFs Are Problematic

Most PDFs lack proper structure for screen readers and assistive technology.

Legal Requirements

ADA Title II requires public entities to provide accessible digital content.

Serve Everyone

Accessible content ensures all community members can participate in governance.

DOCMERSION SOLUTION

Built-In Compliance

Your PDFs become ADA-compliant, searchable, mobile-friendly web content. Designed for accessibility from the start.

Send Us Your PDFs

Share your documents and we'll convert them into accessible HTML for your site.

Semantic Structure

Proper headings, lists, and landmarks for screen readers to navigate.

WCAG 2.1 Alignment

Every document is designed to meet current accessibility standards.

Before: Inaccessible PDF
policy-document.pdf
  • No heading structure
  • Images without alt text
  • Not searchable
  • Poor mobile experience
  • Screen reader can't navigate
After: DocMersion Web Content
policy-document (web)
  • Proper H1-H6 hierarchy
  • Alt text on all images
  • Full-text searchable
  • Mobile-responsive
  • Screen reader optimized
WCAG 2.1 COMPLIANCE

Built to Standards

BoardBlocs follows Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA—the standard required by ADA and Section 508.

Perceivable

  • Text alternatives for images
  • Captions for media
  • Color contrast ratios
  • Resizable text

Operable

  • Keyboard navigation
  • Skip navigation links
  • Focus indicators
  • No seizure triggers

Understandable

  • Clear language
  • Predictable navigation
  • Error identification
  • Consistent UI

Robust

  • Valid HTML markup
  • ARIA landmarks
  • Assistive tech support
  • Future-proof code
SCREEN READER SUPPORT

Every User Can Navigate

BoardBlocs content is structured so screen readers can announce headings, navigate by landmark, and help users understand document structure—just like sighted users.

Heading hierarchy — H1 through H6 properly nested
ARIA landmarks — Main, nav, footer regions labeled
Link context — Links describe their destination
Table headers — Data tables properly marked up
Form labels — Every input has an associated label
MOBILE-FRIENDLY

Accessible on Every Device

PDFs are notoriously bad on mobile. DocMersion transforms them into responsive web content that works beautifully on phones, tablets, and desktops.

Responsive Layout

Content reflows to fit any screen size. No pinch-to-zoom required.

Touch-Friendly

Buttons and links sized for fingers. Easy to tap, easy to navigate.

Fast Loading

Web content loads faster than PDFs on mobile networks.

Policy 3.2
Student Conduct Policy
KEYBOARD NAVIGATION

No Mouse Required

Every feature in BoardBlocs is accessible via keyboard. Tab through links, use arrow keys in menus, and press Enter to activate—just like users expect.

Tab

Navigate between interactive elements

Enter

Activate buttons and links

↑ ↓

Navigate menus and lists

Esc

Close dialogs and menus

Why BoardBlocs Accessibility Wins

Other board portals treat accessibility as a checkbox. We built it into the foundation.

Built-In

Send us your PDFs, get accessible content designed for compliance.

Verified

Every document checked against WCAG 2.1 standards.

Mobile-First

Responsive design that works on every device.

Searchable

Full-text search across all documents and policies.

Legal Protection

Reduce ADA lawsuit risk with compliant documents.

Inclusive

Everyone can access your board's information equally.

ACCESSIBILITY DOCUMENTATION

Compliance Documentation Ready

BoardBlocs provides all required accessibility documentation to demonstrate compliance with Section 7 (Design and User Experience) and state accessibility laws.

State of Colorado OIT Vendor Accessibility Checklist

Completed and available upon request

Our completed State of Colorado OIT Vendor Accessibility Checklist demonstrates BoardBlocs' commitment to meeting state accessibility requirements and ensuring all users can access board information equally.

Fully Completed

Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR)

Including VPAT documentation

Our current Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR), including a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT), documents BoardBlocs' conformance with WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.

Current Version Available

Required Documentation for Vendors

Vendors must include the completed State of Colorado OIT Vendor Accessibility Checklist and a current Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR), including a VPAT if available. These documents are required to demonstrate compliance with Section 7 (Design and User Experience) and state accessibility laws.

  • State of Colorado OIT Vendor Accessibility Checklist
  • Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR)
  • Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT)

Ready for Accessible Board Content?

Stop worrying about ADA compliance. BoardBlocs and DocMersion make accessibility a priority—so you can focus on governance.