The California Private Security Organization (CPSO) is committed to ensuring that our digital services are accessible, transparent, and usable by all individuals. Our website is designed to support equal access to information and services, in alignment with state accessibility standards.
We strive to ensure our site is:
- Usable and accessible to people of all abilities
- Compatible with commonly used assistive technologies
- Navigable and clear, providing users with a consistent online experience
Please note: Our website may include links to external websites and documents. CPSO does not control the content or accessibility of external resources.
Policy
This website was designed, developed, and is maintained in compliance with applicable California Government Code, including:
- Section 7405 – Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility
- Section 11135 – Nondiscrimination Requirements
- Section 11546.7 – State Agency Website Compliance Standards
Certification
CPSO maintains a Website Accessibility Certification in compliance with California Government Code Section 11546.7. This certification verifies that our website meets accessibility requirements outlined in state standards. CPSO reviews and renews this certification every two years.
Guidelines
CPSO follows the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2, Level AA Standards. These guidelines are structured around four core principles:
- Perceivable:
- Provide text alternatives for non-text content
- Offer captions and alternatives for multimedia
- Present content in ways that work with assistive technologies
- Ensure content is easy to see and hear
- Operable:
- All functionality available by keyboard
- Allow sufficient time for users to read and interact
- Avoid content that could cause seizures or physical reactions
- Provide clear navigation and site structure
- Understandable:
- Ensure text is clear and readable
- Design predictable navigation and operation
- Assist users in avoiding and correcting mistakes
- Robust:
- Maximize compatibility with current and future technologies
- Support common assistive technologies and user tools
Assistive Technology
We actively test our website with commonly used assistive technologies and browser combinations, including:
- JAWS with Google Chrome
- NVDA with Google Chrome
Browser Support
For security and usability, CPSO recommends that visitors:
- Use the latest version of their preferred browser
- Enable cookies and JavaScript for full functionality
- Use the latest version of a PDF reader to view, download, and print digital files
- Clear browser history and stored data when using a public computer
Keyboard Shortcuts
Use your browser’s zoom function to adjust text size:
- Zoom in: Ctrl +
- Zoom out: Ctrl –
- Reset zoom: Ctrl 0
Browser-specific shortcut information is available here:
Accessibility Resources
- California Web Standards – Accessibility
- California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
- California Commission on Disability Access (CCDA)
- Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Accessibility Requests
We welcome your feedback to improve accessibility and ensure equal access to CPSO digital services. Please contact us to:
- Report an accessibility barrier
- Ask questions about accessibility
- Request information in an alternative format
📧 Email: accessibility@www.cpsousa.com