Accessibility Statement

1. Our Commitment

U.S.A. Maritime Industry Services ("USAMIS," "we," "our," or "us") is committed to providing a website that is reasonably accessible and usable by a broad range of visitors, including individuals with disabilities.

We recognize the importance of digital accessibility and seek to provide website information, navigation and online forms in a manner that supports effective access and use.

2. Accessibility Efforts

In developing and maintaining this website, USAMIS may use accessibility practices intended to improve usability, readability and compatibility with commonly used technologies.

These efforts may include:

• Clear page headings and content organization.
• Readable text and visual contrast.
• Responsive layouts for desktop and mobile devices.
• Descriptive labels for website forms.
• Alternative text for meaningful images where appropriate.
• Keyboard-accessible links and form controls.
• Logical navigation and page structure.
• Descriptive link text where reasonably practical.
• Use of standard HTML elements and controls.

3. Accessibility Standards

USAMIS seeks to improve the accessibility of its website with reference to generally recognized digital accessibility practices, including relevant principles of the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

Accessibility is an ongoing process, and website content, technology, browsers, devices and assistive technologies may change over time.

4. Website Navigation

The website is designed to provide straightforward navigation between major sections, service information, business opportunities, employment information and legal or policy pages.

Users may navigate using standard browser controls, links, keyboard functions and other supported accessibility features available through their device or assistive technology.

5. Forms

USAMIS provides online forms for purposes such as general inquiries, Vendor Pre-Qualification and employment applications.

Form fields are intended to include descriptive labels and identification of required information where applicable.

6. Images and Visual Content

Where appropriate, meaningful images may include alternative text intended to provide information about the purpose or content of the image.

Decorative visual elements may not require descriptive alternative text when they do not convey essential information.

7. Mobile Accessibility

The USAMIS website is designed with responsive layouts intended to adapt to different screen sizes, including desktop computers, tablets and mobile devices.

Actual appearance and functionality may vary depending on the device, browser, operating system and accessibility settings being used.

8. Browser and Assistive Technology Compatibility

Website accessibility may depend in part on the browser, operating system, device and assistive technology selected by the user.

Keeping browsers and assistive technologies reasonably current may improve compatibility with modern website features.

9. Third-Party Content

The USAMIS website may contain links to third-party websites, social media platforms or external resources.

USAMIS does not control the accessibility, functionality, content or technology of third-party websites.

Accessibility concerns involving third-party websites should generally be directed to the organization responsible for the applicable website or service.

10. Technical Limitations

Although USAMIS seeks to maintain a usable website, it may not be possible to guarantee that every page, browser combination, device, external resource or technology will be completely accessible under every circumstance.

Technical issues may occasionally occur as website content, technology or third-party systems change.

11. Alternative Access

If website information is not accessible to you because of a disability or technical accessibility issue, you may contact USAMIS to request assistance accessing the information.

When reasonably possible, USAMIS will attempt to provide the requested information through an alternative method or format appropriate to the circumstances.

12. Accessibility Feedback

Feedback concerning website accessibility is welcome.

When reporting an accessibility issue, it may be helpful to identify:

• The webpage or section where the issue occurred.
• The nature of the accessibility difficulty.
• The device or browser being used, if relevant.
• The type of assistance or alternative access requested.

13. Continuous Improvement

USAMIS may periodically review and improve website design, content, navigation and functionality as part of ongoing website maintenance.

Accessibility considerations may be incorporated into these updates when reasonably practicable.

14. Updates to This Statement

U.S.A. Maritime Industry Services may update this Accessibility Statement to reflect changes in website technology, content, accessibility practices or applicable requirements.

The Effective Date displayed above identifies the version currently posted on the website.