Is a VPAT the same as WCAG?
No. Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) 2.1 includes information from WCAG 2.0. VPAT 2.1 does not include information from WCAG 2.1.
What is VPAT form?
A Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT™) is a document that explains how information and communication technology (ICT) products such as software, hardware, electronic content, and support documentation meet (conform to) the Revised 508 Standards for IT accessibility.
Is VPAT a legal document?
The VPAT is a self-disclosing document used for accessibility evaluation according to Section 508 standards. It outlines the level of accessibility conformance an entity has achieved and establishes each technical requirement of web content accessibility standards, such as Section 508, WCAG 2.0, and WCAG 2.1.
Where can I get a VPAT?
How do I get a VPAT? Some vendors publish their VPATs on their website. Others will provide the VPAT when you request it from their sales or support contact. Make sure you get the VPAT 2.0 (or higher).
Who needs a VPAT?
The VPAT is required for any business or service which fall under Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act, primarily those that do business with the federal government or receive government funds.
What is ACR VPAT?
The Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) is a document vendors can use to describe the accessibility of their product. VPAT is currently in version 2.4, published in February 2020. The VPAT is used to prepare a Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR).
How long is a VPAT good for?
Please be sure to attach current VPAT(s) with your IT Purchasing Request that are less than 2 years from document date. If it’s more than 2 years of document date, please request an updated version with the vendor.
Is VPAT mandatory?
VPATs are used by buyers to determine how accessible a product is and where any potential deficiencies are. They are required by some buyers before a purchase is made.
Who can create a VPAT?
US Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act requires government agencies to make ICT accessible to people with disabilities. When you are a ICT company dealing with federal agencies it is mandatory to provide a VPAT. Even though it is a vendor’s own free will to provide a VPAT, the simple and wise answer would be, Yes!
What is the latest version of VPAT?
VPAT 2.4
The VPAT has undergone multiple revisions to incorporate standards updates including a correction to the U.S. Revised Section 508 final rule, the W3C WCAG 2.1, and the EN 301 549 V2. 1.2,. February 2020, ITI published the latest version, VPAT 2.4, which incorporated the provisions from the EN 301 549 V3.
How long does IT take to complete a VPAT?
How long does the process take if the product or service needs an in-depth accessibility review? The length of the process depends on vendor response time, the date the assessment request was received, and other factors. Generally, an ATI review will take 1 week if the VPAT is complete and made available by the vendor.