Accessibility Conformance Report 2024
WorldAPP, Inc. FORM OpX
Accessibility Conformance Report
Revised Section 508 Edition
(Based on VPAT® Version 2.5)
Name of Product/Version: FORM OpX
Report Date: 01/11/2024
Product Description: proprietary software application system and related database used for data collection and analysis known as the FORM Data Collection Platform (FORM OpX)
Contact Information: WorldAPP Inc., 859 Willard Street, Suite 400, Quincy MA 02169
Notes: N/A
Evaluation Methods Used: Testing was based on knowledge of general product functionality and testing with assistive technologies such as Accessibility Insights FastPass.
Applicable Standards/Guidelines
This report covers the degree of conformance for the following accessibility standard/guidelines:
Standard/Guideline | Included In Report |
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Level A (Yes) Level AA (Yes) Level AAA (No) | |
Revised Section 508 standards published January 18, 2017 and corrected January 22, 2018 | (Yes) |
Terms
The terms used in the Conformance Level information are defined as follows:
Supports: The functionality of the product has at least one method that meets the criterion without known defects or meets with equivalent facilitation.
Partially Supports: Some functionality of the product does not meet the criterion.
Does Not Support: The majority of product functionality does not meet the criterion.
Not Applicable: The criterion is not relevant to the product.
Not Evaluated: The product has not been evaluated against the criterion. This can only be used in WCAG Level AAA criteria.
WCAG 2.0 Report
Tables 1 and 2 also document conformance with Revised Section 508:
Chapter 5 – 501.1 Scope, 504.2 Content Creation or Editing
Chapter 6 – 602.3 Electronic Support Documentation
Note: When reporting on conformance with the WCAG 2.0 Success Criteria, they are scoped for full pages, complete processes, and accessibility-supported ways of using technology as documented in the WCAG 2.0 Conformance Requirements.
Table 1: Success Criteria, Level A
Notes:
Criteria | Conformance Level | Remarks and Explanation |
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1.1.1 Non-text Content (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: All form elements that are rendered as part of standard form questions provide a text alternative to them (form inputs have proper labels associated with them, images have alt texts, etc.). However, form building tool allows users to enter their own HTML code into the form, in which case the platform cannot guarantee compliance with this rule and this becomes the responsibility of the user to control compliance. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.2.1 Audio-only and Video-only (Prerecorded) (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Partially Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: In general, the platform does not provide functionality to insert the audio-only/video-only content as a part of the form. However, as mentioned above, user may utilize custom HTML to insert audio/video content as part of the form, in which case they must ensure compliance with this rule. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.2.2 Captions (Prerecorded) (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Partially Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: In general, the platform does not provide functionality to insert the audio-only/video-only content as a part of the form. However, as mentioned above, user may utilize custom HTML to insert audio/video content as part of the form, in which case they must ensure compliance with this rule. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.2.3 Audio Description or Media Alternative (Prerecorded) (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Partially Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: In general, the platform does not provide functionality to insert the audio-only/video-only content as a part of the form. However, as mentioned above, user may utilize custom HTML to insert audio/video content as part of the form, in which case they must ensure compliance with this rule. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.3.1 Info and Relationships (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: The information in forms and surveys generated by the platform is organized logically using field sets to group elements related to the same questions, headers to depict the names and title of the form or survey, so that assistive technology could correctly interpret the structure of the form and guide the user through the completion of the form. Electronic Docs: All basic functionality is described at the FORM OpX Help center. The articles are well structured and can be easily found. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: In addition to the above, in some cases tab index elements are used to guide the user through the proper flow of the form using assistive technology. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.3.3 Sensory Characteristics (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.4.1 Use of Color (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: In general, with the default system functionality, the color is never used as the only visual means to convey information or distinguish elements. However, since the users have freedom to add their own HTML content, they must ensure compliance with the rule when doing so. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.4.2 Audio Control (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.1.1 Keyboard (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: All functionality of content is operable through a keyboard. Electronic Docs: It is possible to navigate through the FORM OpX Help center using the keyboard. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.1.2 No Keyboard Trap (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: There are no keyboard traps in the forms/surveys created with the platform. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.2.1 Timing Adjustable (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: In general time limits are not a part of the most forms/surveys created by the system. However, the system does allow to create questionnaires, responding to which is limited by time (this is sometimes used for quizzes and test), however this case would fall under the ‘Essential Exception’. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.2.2 Pause, Stop, Hide (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.3.1 Three Flashes or Below Threshold (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Forms and surveys created with the platform do not contain flashing content. Electronic Docs: FORM OpX Help articles do not contain flashing content. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.4.1 Bypass Blocks (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.4.2 Page Titled (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Page titles contain the name/title of the form or survey. Electronic Docs: FORM OpX Help articles contain name/title of the described functionality. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.4.3 Focus Order (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Focusable components receive focus in an order that preserves meaning and operability. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.4.4 Link Purpose (In Context) (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Each link that is added to survey could and should be commented by survey designer. Electronic Docs: The purpose of each link can be determined from the link text alone or from the link text together with its programmatically determined link context. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.1.1 Language of Page (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Does not Support Software: Does N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Each form contains a language HTML tag so that the language of the page could be programmatically determined. Electronic Docs: Help center is in English only. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.2.1 On Focus (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Context cannot be changed by focus by default Electronic Docs: Context cannot be changed by focus by default Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.2.2 On Input (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: The context does not change on user input in forms. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.3.1 Error Identification (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Items with errors are highlighted and focused. An alert message describing the error is displayed. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.3.2 Labels or Instructions (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Labels are automatically provided for form input elements. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
4.1.1 Parsing (Level A) Also applies to: WCAG 2.0 – Always answer ‘Supports’ Revised Section 508
| Supports | For WCAG 2.0 and the 508 standards, the September 2023 errata update indicates this criterion is always supported. See the WCAG 2.0 Editorial Errata.
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4.1.2 Name, Role, Value (Level A) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Name and the role of form inputs, buttons and link may be determined programmatically using the ‘name’ attribute of the element, ‘label’ tag and field sets Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
Table 2: Success Criteria, Level AA
Notes:
Criteria | Conformance Level | Remarks and Explanation |
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1.2.4 Captions (Live) (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Does not support Electronic Docs: Does not support Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: The platform does not provide functionality to insert the live audio content as a part of the form. Electronic Docs: Does not support Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Does not support Electronic Docs: Does not support Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: The platform does not provide functionality to insert the live audio content as a part of the form. Electronic Docs: Does not support Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum) (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.4.4 Resize text (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: N/A Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
1.4.5 Images of Text (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Does not support Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Images of text are not being used in the platform, except for logos, which users may embed into their forms. Electronic Docs: All images are added as the additional instructions. All essential information is presented in form of text. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.4.5 Multiple Ways (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: In most cases the forms and survey provide sequential navigation from one page to the next/previous page. Form designers may also add ‘Page Selector’ plugin to embed menu-like navigation across the multiple-page forms Electronic Docs: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.4.6 Headings and Labels (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Labels that contain the answer option or question text accompany all form controls. User may add additional heading via HTML augment the form structure. Electronic Docs: Headings describe topic or purpose. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
2.4.7 Focus Visible (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Focused elements are highlighted with the border. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.1.2 Language of Parts (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Language of passages or phrases typically do not differ from the page language, however this may be entirely controlled by the user. Electronic Docs: All FORM OpX Help content is in the same language. Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.2.3 Consistent Navigation (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: Supports Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Navigation consistently utilizes only the Next/Back buttons and optional ‘Page Selector’ menu, which are consistent across all pages in form. Electronic Docs: The structured menu and breadcrumbs are used for navigation. Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.2.4 Consistent Identification (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Form elements are consistently identified on all pages of form. Electronic Docs: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.3.3 Error Suggestion (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Supports Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: The suggestions are provided for most common errors where possible. I.E. ‘Please answer the following question’. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
3.3.4 Error Prevention (Legal, Financial, Data) (Level AA) Also applies to: Revised Section 508
| Web: Does not support Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A | Web: Typically, the forms and surveys are not connected to legal commitments or financial transactions. Nonetheless, forms are checked for input and a mechanism for reviewing and confirming the entry (via the ‘Review’ link that may be embedded in forms, is provided. Electronic Docs: N/A Software: N/A Authoring Tool: N/A |
Table 3: Success Criteria, Level AAA
Notes: FORM OpX is not being evaluated for this level
Revised Section 508 Report
Notes:
Chapter 3: Functional Performance Criteria (FPC)
Notes:
Criteria | Conformance Level | Remarks and Explanations |
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302.1 Without Vision | Partially Supports | There is no special alternative tool, but all the content is available for screen readers. |
302.2 With Limited Vision | Partially Supports | There is no special alternative tool, but all the content is available for screen readers. |
302.3 Without Perception of Color | Supports | All default elements use the colors adaptive for the individuals without limited perceptions of the color. If the color is used to differentiate any element, as for example, error note, it is combined with other visual elements. |
302.4 Without Hearing | N/A | N/A |
302.5 With Limited Hearing | N/A | N/A |
302.6 Without Speech | N/A | N/A |
302.7 With Limited Manipulation | Does not support | Does not support |
302.8 With Limited Reach and Strength | N/A | N/A |
302.9 With Limited Language, Cognitive, and Learning Abilities | Supports | Forms and Surveys are designed to be simpler and easier for these users to navigate and understand.
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Chapter 4: Hardware
Notes: Not applicable. FORM OpX is a web-based application.
Chapter 5: Software
Notes: Not applicable to the provided product. FORM OpX is not a non-web software.
Chapter 6: Support Documentation and Services
Notes:
Criteria | Conformance Level | Remarks and Explanations |
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601.1 Scope |
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602.2 Accessibility and Compatibility Features | Partially supports | Design Accessible Form article explains how to create forms for people with disabilities that meet most Section 508 requirements. |
602.3 Electronic Support Documentation | See WCAG 2.x section | See information in WCAG 2.x section |
602.4 Alternate Formats for Non-Electronic Support Documentation | Supports | Printed help instructions can be provided by request, together with Support phone assistance. |
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603.2 Information on Accessibility and Compatibility Features | Supports | Support services can provide the appropriate information on the accessibility and compatibility. |
603.3 Accommodation of Communication Needs | Supports | Support services can be provided directly to the user or through a referral to a point of contact. They can accommodate the communication needs of individuals with disabilities. |
Legal Disclaimer (WorldAPP, Inc.)
The information in this report is provided in good faith and does not constitute legal advice, representation, warranty or guarantee regarding the product described.