Web Accessibility: Why It Matters to Your HR Department
October 14, 2019 via Business 2 Community
As more businesses rely upon the internet, more people have filed website accessibility lawsuits. In fact, the number of such lawsuits tripled in federal court in 2018. More than 2,258 people have complained that job postings that are exclusively listed online are discriminatory against people with disabilities.
These lawsuits are spread across the nation, and they are brought forth mostly by individuals with visual impairments. The lawsuits were levied against a wide range of companies representing many industries. This includes retail, education, hospitality, technology, and more. Therefore, it is easy to see that the problem is not isolated. This is a widespread concern, and it should be a consideration for human resources departments across the country.
The problem often starts with job
application portals. Many businesses have used these online portals to give applicants more flexibility. By making applications digital, it is also possible to minimize the amount of paperwork. However, such websites are rarely designed for people with visual impairments. This makes it nearly impossible for such candidates to learn about these job listings, and it makes applying for the job that much harder.
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