508 Refresh – What’s it Really All About?
Published on March 31, 2015 at 7:25 am
The Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Refresh produced by the United States Access Board , also known as the 508 Refresh, is all the buzz in the compliance industry. What does it mean for a business, a government agency, a person who is blind or visually impaired? It could mean more effective accessibility solutions for all Americans. Braille Works is a leader in the document compliance industry and we are here to walk you through the transition.
Access Board Leads the 508 Refresh Initiative
The United States Access Board is updating its requirements for information and communication technology covered by Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act and Section 255 of the Communication Act.
The Section 508 Standards apply to electronic and information technology procured by the federal government, including computer hardware and software, websites, multimedia such as video, phone systems, and copiers. The Section 255 Guidelines address access to telecommunications products and services, and apply to manufacturers of telecommunication equipment. The reason for the proposed rule change is to make certain that the federal laws from the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 are relevant to today’s technology and innovations [...]