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Website Accessibility Statement

Our Commitment to Digital Accessibility

SteelOnTheNet is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We continually work to improve the accessibility and usability of our website and professional services platform, striving to provide equal access to steel industry information for all users.

Our Mission: To make comprehensive steel industry intelligence and professional advisory services accessible to everyone, regardless of ability or technology used.

Current Accessibility Features

Keyboard Navigation

Full keyboard navigation support with visible focus indicators. Use Tab to navigate forward and Shift+Tab to navigate backward through all interactive elements.

Screen Reader Support

Semantic HTML markup with proper headings, labels, and ARIA attributes for screen reader compatibility with JAWS, NVDA, and VoiceOver.

Visual Design

Clear colour contrast and visual hierarchy with scalable fonts. Text can be enlarged up to 200% without horizontal scrolling. Compatible with browser zoom and user stylesheets.

Responsive Design

Mobile-friendly layout that adapts to different screen sizes and orientations, with touch-friendly interactive elements.

Image Accessibility

Alternative text descriptions for images, charts, and graphs containing steel industry data and technical diagrams.

Clear Navigation

Consistent navigation structure with descriptive link text and skip links for efficient page navigation.

Accessibility Standards & Guidelines

We strive to conform to industry-standard accessibility guidelines and continuously monitor our compliance:

WCAG 2.1

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines Level AA compliance targeting

Section 508

US Federal accessibility standards for electronic content

EN 301 549

European accessibility standard for ICT products and services

UK Equality Act

Digital accessibility requirements for UK service providers

Keyboard Navigation

Navigate our website using standard keyboard controls:

Navigate forward through links and forms Tab
Navigate backward through links and forms Shift + Tab
Activate links and buttons Enter
Activate dropdown menus Click
Navigate within dropdown menus Tab / Click
Search the website Focus search box

Note: We are continuously working to enhance keyboard navigation features, including plans to implement skip-to-content links and improved menu navigation in future updates.

Compatible Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to work effectively with popular assistive technologies:

  • Screen Readers: JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver, Dragon NaturallySpeaking
  • Browser Zoom: Up to 200% magnification without horizontal scrolling
  • User Stylesheets: Compatible with custom CSS overrides for personal accessibility needs
  • Voice Control Software: Dragon NaturallySpeaking and similar voice navigation tools
  • Switch Navigation: Support for switch-based navigation devices via standard keyboard controls

Ongoing Accessibility Improvements

We are continuously working to enhance accessibility across all areas of our platform:

  • Regular Audits: Periodic accessibility testing using both automated tools and manual testing
  • User Feedback Integration: Incorporating feedback from users with disabilities into our development process
  • Technology Updates: Regular updates to ensure compatibility with the latest assistive technologies
  • Content Review: Systematic review of existing content to identify and address accessibility barriers

Third-Party Content and Services

Some content on our website is provided by third-party services (such as embedded steel news videos). While we work to ensure these elements are as accessible as possible, they may not always meet our accessibility standards.

Known Accessibility Limitations

We are transparent about current limitations and actively working to address them:

  • Keyboard Navigation: WCAG 2.1 Level AAA compliant focus indicators (Success Criterion 2.4.7) implemented across all interactive elements (February 2026), supporting our broader work toward Level AA compliance. Users can navigate using Tab key with visible blue outlines indicating focus position on links, buttons, form inputs, and all interactive elements.
  • Dropdown Menu Navigation: Menus require click activation rather than keyboard-only navigation
  • Complex Data Charts: Some interactive steel price charts may have limited screen reader access - we provide data tables as alternatives
  • PDF Documents: Legacy PDF reports may not be fully screen reader accessible — we offer HTML alternatives upon request
  • Video Content: Some older video content may lack closed captions

Need Accessibility Assistance?

We're here to help ensure you can access the steel industry information and services you need.

Email Support

info@steelonthenet.com

Use subject line: "Accessibility Support"

Phone Support

+44 775 149 0885

Mon-Fri, 9 AM - 5 PM GMT

We typically respond to accessibility support requests within 24-48 hours and will work with you to find the best solution for your needs.

Alternative Content Formats

If you encounter content that is not accessible to you, we can provide alternative formats:

  • HTML versions of PDF documents and reports
  • Data tables as alternatives to some complex graphs
  • Text transcripts for selected video content
  • Large print versions of key documents
  • Simplified summaries of complex technical information

To request alternative formats, please contact us with details about the specific content you need and your preferred format.

Accessibility Feedback

Your feedback helps us improve accessibility for everyone. Please let us know:

  • If you encounter accessibility barriers on our website
  • If you have suggestions for accessibility improvements
  • If you experience difficulties with any assistive technology
  • If you need content in an alternative format

We welcome feedback about accessibility issues and are committed to addressing concerns promptly. All accessibility feedback is reviewed by our development team and incorporated into our improvement roadmap.

Compliance and Legal Framework

As a UK-based professional services firm, we are committed to meeting accessibility obligations under:

  • Equality Act 2010: UK legislation requiring reasonable adjustments for disabled users
  • Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018: Standards applicable to our government advisory work
  • European Accessibility Act: EU accessibility requirements for digital services
  • Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1: International standard for web accessibility

Professional Accessibility Standards

Our commitment to accessibility aligns with our professional standards as certified steel industry experts:

  • Equal Access: Ensuring all steel industry professionals can access our expertise regardless of ability
  • Professional Integrity: Applying the same rigorous standards to accessibility as we do to our technical analysis
  • Continuous Improvement: Regular review and enhancement of accessibility features
  • Industry Leadership: Setting accessibility standards within the steel industry information sector

Last Updated: 1st January 2026

This accessibility statement is reviewed and updated periodically to reflect current capabilities and ongoing improvements.

The SteelOnTheNet accessibility initiative is managed by Metals Consulting International Limited (MCI), demonstrating our commitment to inclusive professional services across all aspects of our steel industry expertise.

Company Registration: Metals Consulting International Limited is registered in England and Wales (Company Number 04938719) and maintains professional standards consistent with our accessibility commitments. See our Companies House registration.