Accessibility Statement
We are committed to making our website https://shop.bernstein-werkzeuge.de/ accessible in accordance with the German Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSG) and the Regulation on the Accessibility Strengthening Act (BFSGV). Our goal is to provide all users – especially people with disabilities – with easy and unrestricted access.
This statement describes the current state of accessibility of our website, the measures taken to remove barriers, as well as options for contacting us and lodging a complaint.
Scope of this Statement
This accessibility statement applies to the website https://shop.bernstein-werkzeuge.de/.
Description of Services
- Sale of goods (BERNSTEIN tools and accessories)
- Blog and Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), if provided
Status of Compliance with the Requirements
Our website is partially compliant with the BFSG in conjunction with the BFSGV, the European standard EN 301 549, and the WCAG 2.1, conformance level AA.
Measures Implemented to Remove Barriers
- Clearly legible font sizes and strong color contrasts
- Navigation via mouse and keyboard
- Additional text hints when mandatory form fields are not completed
- Adjustable display options for various devices (smartphones, tablets, desktop computers)
Non-Accessible Content
Despite our efforts, the following content is not accessible:
- PDF documents
- Partially missing alternative text for images and graphics
- Limited keyboard operability for cookie banner, navigation menus, and filter functions
- Incomplete ARIA labels for interactive elements (e.g., search suggestions, newsletter sign-up, shopping cart)
- Certain buttons and texts with insufficient color contrast
We are continuously working to identify and eliminate existing barriers and will provide updated or alternative accessible versions in a timely manner.
Non-Accessible Content Due to Disproportionate Burden
Some barriers cannot be removed immediately due to disproportionately high costs. These include, in particular:
- Product filter and search functions with dynamic suggestions (autocomplete)
- Cookie consent banner with individual selection options
- Interactive shopping cart display and multi-step checkout process
- User account registration with validation functions
- Full screen reader compatibility of all dynamic content (including ARIA labels and live regions)
- Accessible redesign of all PDF product data sheets
- Complete adjustment of the color scheme across the entire shop system to meet all WCAG 2.1 AA contrast values
- Full keyboard operability of the cookie banner and certain filter areas
Reporting Barriers, Feedback, and Contact
Bernstein-Werkzeugfabrik Steinrücke GmbHIndustriehof Trecknase 1, 42897 Remscheid, Germany
Email: shop@bernstein-werkzeuge.de
Online contact form: https://shop.bernstein-werkzeuge.de/kontakt.aspx
Responsible Market Surveillance Authority
MLBF (in formation)
c/o Ministry of Labour, Social Affairs, Health and Equality of Saxony-Anhalt
PO Box 39 11 55, 39135 Magdeburg, Germany
Phone: +49 391 567-4530
Email: MLBF@ms.sachsen-anhalt.de
Creation Process of this Statement
This statement was created through internal testing.
Methods for assessing accessibility:
Manual visual inspection, keyboard navigation, screen reader checks (NVDA), as well as automated testing tools (e.g., Accessibility Checker, Colour Contrast Analyzer). Various page types (homepage, product detail page, form page) were tested as examples.
Updating this Statement
This statement is reviewed regularly and updated to meet current requirements and standards.
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