Accessibility Statement

Our commitment to making our website accessible to everyone.

Last Updated: January 3, 2025

Our Commitment

Global Resource Solutions, Inc. ("GRS") is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for people with disabilities. We are continually improving the user experience for everyone and applying the relevant accessibility standards.

We believe that accessibility is a fundamental right and that everyone should have equal access to information and services, regardless of their abilities.

Accessibility Standards

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA standards. These guidelines help make web content more accessible to people with disabilities and user-friendly for everyone.

WCAG 2.1 Principles:

  • Perceivable: Information and user interface components must be presentable to users in ways they can perceive
  • Operable: User interface components and navigation must be operable
  • Understandable: Information and the operation of user interface must be understandable
  • Robust: Content must be robust enough that it can be interpreted reliably by a wide variety of user agents

Accessibility Features

Our website includes the following accessibility features:

Navigation and Structure

  • Clear, consistent navigation structure
  • Logical heading hierarchy (H1, H2, H3, etc.)
  • Skip links for keyboard navigation
  • Breadcrumb navigation where appropriate

Visual Design

  • High contrast color schemes
  • Readable fonts and appropriate font sizes
  • Responsive design that works on all devices
  • Consistent visual elements and layouts

Keyboard Accessibility

  • All interactive elements are keyboard accessible
  • Visible focus indicators
  • Logical tab order
  • Keyboard shortcuts where appropriate

Content and Media

  • Alternative text for images
  • Descriptive link text
  • Clear, concise language
  • Properly formatted content with headings and lists

Assistive Technologies

Our website is designed to work with various assistive technologies, including:

  • Screen readers (NVDA, JAWS, VoiceOver)
  • Voice recognition software
  • Magnification tools
  • Switch navigation devices
  • Alternative input devices

Known Limitations

While we strive to make our website fully accessible, there may be some limitations. We are continuously working to improve accessibility and address any issues that arise.

Areas We're Working On:

  • Further improving keyboard navigation
  • Enhancing screen reader compatibility
  • Optimizing color contrast ratios
  • Improving form accessibility

Browser Compatibility

Our website is designed to work with modern web browsers and assistive technologies. We recommend using the latest versions of:

  • Chrome with NVDA or JAWS
  • Firefox with NVDA or JAWS
  • Safari with VoiceOver (Mac)
  • Edge with NVDA or JAWS

Feedback and Support

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

Accessibility Contact Information

Global Resource Solutions, Inc.

3701 Pender Drive, Suite 320

Fairfax, VA 22030

Phone: 703-364-5700

Email: accessibility@grsco.com

TTY/TDD: Available upon request

When contacting us about accessibility issues, please include:

  • Description of the accessibility problem
  • URL of the page where you encountered the issue
  • Browser and assistive technology you were using
  • Any suggestions for improvement

Alternative Access Methods

If you have difficulty accessing any part of our website, we offer alternative methods to obtain information:

  • Phone: 703-364-5700
  • Mail: 3701 Pender Drive, Suite 320, Fairfax, VA 22030
  • In-person assistance at our office

Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly review and test our website for accessibility compliance and make improvements as needed. This includes:

  • Regular accessibility audits
  • User testing with people with disabilities
  • Staff training on accessibility best practices
  • Integration of accessibility into our development process

Updates to This Statement

We will update this accessibility statement as we make improvements to our website or receive feedback from users. The last updated date will reflect the most recent changes.

Legal Compliance

This accessibility statement is part of our commitment to comply with applicable accessibility laws, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.