FRONTLINE SAFETY (UK) LIMITED European Accessibility Act (EAA) Accessibility Statement
Last updated: 26 June 2025
Organisation Name: Frontline Safety
Website Covered: www.frontline-safety.co.uk
This accessibility statement applies to our website at www.frontline-safety.co.uk and reflects our commitment to meeting the requirements of the European Accessibility Act (Directive (EU) 2019/882), which comes into effect on 28 June 2025.
About Frontline Safety
Product/Service Description: We supply and support safety equipment and gas detection solutions for industrial and hazardous environments.
Content Management System (CMS): Adobe Commerce ver. 2.4.5-p13
Publication Date of the Website: Initially published in 2005; current design and functionality launched in 2020
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)141 771 7749
Postal Address: Frontline Safety UK Ltd, 200 Old Dalmarnock Road, G40 4DW
Our Commitment to Accessibility
Frontline Safety is committed to ensuring digital accessibility for all users, including disabled people. We strive to comply with the European Accessibility Act and relevant technical standards such as EN 301 549, which align with WCAG 2.1 Level AA guidelines. This statement outlines our current accessibility status, evaluation efforts, and how to provide feedback.
Important Note on Verification
This accessibility statement is based on our current understanding of the accessibility of www.frontline-safety.co.uk. While we have implemented Equally AI and rely on its automation and enhancements to support compliance, we have not yet conducted a full independent audit of our website.
We are currently in the process of submitting our website for detailed review and verification by Equally AI. Once this assessment is complete, we will update this statement to reflect any verified findings and changes made.
Accessibility Compliance Status
• Overall Compliance: Partially compliant with EN 301 549 (WCAG 2.1 Level AA)
• Date of Last Accessibility Evaluation: 26 June 2025
• Evaluation Conducted By: External provider – Equally AI
• Methodologies Used: Automated scanning, AI-based overlays, and user interface enhancements provided by Equally AI
Compliance Status Terms:
• Fully Compliant: Meets the criterion without known issues.
• Partially Compliant: Some aspects meet the criterion; issues remain.
• Not Compliant: Does not meet the criterion.
• Not Applicable: Criterion does not apply.
Table 1: WCAG 2.1 Level A Success Criteria
| Criteria | Conformance Level | Remarks / Explanation |
| 1.1.1 Non-text Content | Partially Compliant | Some decorative images lack alt text |
| 1.3.1 Info and Relationships | Compliant | Based on automated testing, key pages appear to follow correct semantic structure and maintain logical relationships. |
| 1.3.2 Meaningful Sequence | Compliant | Automated evaluation suggests content is presented in a meaningful reading order across the site. |
Table 2: WCAG 2.1 Level AA Success Criteria
| Criteria | Conformance Level | Remarks / Explanation |
| 1.4.3 Contast (Minimum) | Compliant | Text meets minimum contrast ratio |
| 1.4.4 Resize Text | Partially Compliant | Minor issues in older section |
| 1.2.5 Audio Description (Prerecorded) | Not Applicable | YouTube Videos are site’s only multimedia |
Non-Accessible Content
The following content does not fully comply with WCAG 2.1 Level AA:
- Older PDF documents published before 28 June 2025 may lack proper tagging and structure for screen reader compatibility.
- Third-party features such as embedded social media feeds and live chat widgets may not be fully keyboard-accessible.
- Some legacy navigation components in the site’s archive section may not fully support assistive technologies.
Exemptions:
Legacy documents and features created prior to June 2025 are exempt under the transitional provisions of the European Accessibility Act.
Alternatives:
Please contact us to request accessible versions of documents or support using our website in alternative formats (e.g., large print, plain text, or audio).
Measures Taken to Ensure Accessibility
We have implemented the following to support accessibility:
- Integration of Equally AI to provide real-time remediation of accessibility issues.
- Periodic automated scanning and review of key content areas.
- Internal staff awareness and basic accessibility best practice training.
Usability Testing
Conducted: No
Results: Usability testing with disabled users has not yet been conducted. We aim to incorporate direct user feedback into future updates and evaluations.
Feedback Mechanism
We welcome feedback on the accessibility of our website. If you encounter any barriers while using www.frontline-safety.co.uk, please get in touch:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)141 771 7749 (available Monday to Thursday, 8:30–17:15, Friday, 8:30-15:15 UK time)
Online Contact Form: www.frontline-safety.co.uk/contacts
We aim to respond to all accessibility-related enquiries within 10 working days.
Alternative formats (e.g., large print, plain text, or audio) are available upon request.
Enforcement Procedure (United Kingdom)
If you are not satisfied with our response, or if your accessibility issue is not resolved within 30 days, you may contact the UK’s national enforcement body:
Authority Name: Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC)
Website: www.equalityhumanrights.com
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 (0)303 123 1113
Compatibility Information
The Frontline Safety website is designed to work with:
Supported Browsers: Latest versions of Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Microsoft Edge
Assistive Technologies: Screen readers such as NVDA, JAWS, and VoiceOver; keyboard navigation is supported throughout the site
Organisational Accessibility Efforts
Employees with Disabilities: Not publicly disclosed
Accessible Workstations: Available upon request at our Glasgow office
Measures Taken: Integration of Equally AI, internal accessibility guidance, and ongoing staff awareness
Ongoing Improvements
We review our website’s accessibility annually and plan our next formal evaluation for June 2026. Updates to this statement and site improvements will be published here.