Accessibility Statement

Effective Date: September 4, 2026

1. Our Commitment to Accessibility

Blown Away Salon/Bon Air Barbershop is committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all individuals, including those with disabilities. We believe everyone should be able to learn about our services, view our work, and contact us without barriers.

We strive to conform to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA, an internationally recognized standard for web accessibility developed by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C).

2. Accessibility Features

We have implemented the following features to improve accessibility on our website:

Navigation & Structure

  • Skip to Main Content Link: A skip link at the top of every page allows screen reader and keyboard users to bypass navigation and jump directly to the main content.
  • Semantic HTML: Headings, landmarks, and lists are structured using proper HTML5 elements to aid assistive technology navigation.
  • Logical Reading Order: Content flows in a logical order that matches the visual layout.
  • Consistent Navigation: Navigation menus are consistent across all pages.

Keyboard Accessibility

  • Full Keyboard Navigation: All interactive elements (links, buttons, form fields) can be accessed and activated using only a keyboard (Tab, Enter, Space keys).
  • Visible Focus Indicators: A clear, high-contrast outline appears around the focused element so keyboard users know where they are on the page.
  • No Keyboard Traps: Users can navigate in and out of all page sections using standard keyboard commands.

Visual & Color

  • Color Contrast: Text and interactive elements meet WCAG 2.1 AA contrast ratios (at least 4.5:1 for normal text, 3:1 for large text and UI components).
  • Text Resizing: Text can be resized up to 200% without loss of content or functionality.
  • No Information by Color Alone: We do not rely solely on color to convey information.

Images & Media

  • Alternative Text: All meaningful images include descriptive alt text. Decorative images are marked as such for screen readers to skip.
  • Lazy Loading with Accessible Fallbacks: Images load efficiently without blocking assistive technology.

Forms & Interaction

  • Form Labels: All form fields have associated labels that are announced by screen readers.
  • Error Identification: Form validation errors are clearly identified and announced to screen reader users.
  • Required Field Indicators: Required fields are clearly marked with both visual indicators and aria attributes.

Motion & Animation

  • Reduced Motion Support: Our website respects the prefers-reduced-motion setting. Users who have enabled reduced motion in their operating system will see static content instead of animations.

3. Assistive Technologies Tested

We have tested our website with the following assistive technologies and browsers:

4. Known Limitations

Despite our best efforts, some parts of our website may not yet be fully accessible. Known limitations include:

We are actively working to improve accessibility across all areas of our website.

5. Feedback and Contact

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

We will respond to accessibility feedback within 5 business days and work to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

6. Accessibility Resources

If you need assistance accessing our website or would like to learn more about web accessibility, the following resources may be helpful:

7. Ongoing Efforts

Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly review our website and update our practices to ensure continued compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards. Our team receives training on accessible design and development, and we conduct periodic accessibility audits.

8. Third-Party Content

Our website may link to third-party websites or display third-party content (such as Google Maps or social media widgets). We do not control the accessibility of third-party content, but we select vendors who share our commitment to accessibility whenever possible.

9. Changes to This Statement

We may update this Accessibility Statement from time to time to reflect changes in our website or accessibility practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Effective Date" at the top.

Attorney Review Recommended: This Accessibility Statement is provided as a general template. We recommend reviewing this document with a licensed KY attorney before publication to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Last Updated: September 4, 2026