RecyclingWorks MA
RecyclingWorks MA is committed to providing an accessible digital experience for all users, including people with disabilities. We continually work to improve the usability and accessibility of our website and to apply relevant accessibility standards and best practices.
Conformance Status
This website aims to conform to:
- Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA
- Applicable Section 508 standards under the Rehabilitation Act
While we strive to make all website content and functionality accessible, some areas may not yet fully conform to these standards. Accessibility improvements are an ongoing part of our website maintenance and development.
Accessibility Features
We have taken measures to support accessibility across the RecyclingWorks MA website, including:
- Maintaining sufficient color contrast for text and interactive elements
- Providing descriptive alternative text for meaningful images
- Using semantic headings to support screen reader navigation
- Making links identifiable and programmatically understandable
- Improving accessibility attributes, including ARIA labels, where appropriate
- Supporting keyboard navigation and visible focus indicators
- Designing content and page layouts to remain usable across different screen sizes and devices
Ongoing Improvements
Accessibility is an ongoing effort. We regularly review and improve the RecyclingWorks MA website through:
- Automated accessibility testing using tools such as WAVE Web Accessibility Evaluation Tool and Google Lighthouse
- Manual keyboard navigation testing
- Periodic reviews of website content and page structure
- Ongoing evaluation of interactive features and third-party integrations
- Updates to legacy content as pages are reviewed or redesigned
Some dynamic components, third-party tools, and legacy content may require additional improvements. We are committed to addressing accessibility barriers and adapting the website as accessibility standards, technologies, and best practices evolve.
Feedback and Contact
We welcome feedback about the accessibility of the RecyclingWorks MA website. If you encounter an accessibility barrier, have difficulty accessing website content, or need information in an alternative format, please contact us:
Email: info@recyclingworksma.com
Phone: 888-254-5525
We aim to respond to accessibility-related inquiries within a reasonable timeframe.
About RecyclingWorks MA
RecyclingWorks MA is a recycling assistance program funded by the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) and delivered under contract by the Center for EcoTechnology (CET).
Statement Date
This statement was last updated on:
July 31, 2026