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These web pages are largely compatible with the requirements of the harmonized European standard EN 301 549 but are generally rated as ‘non-compliant’.

Based on a commissioned self-assessment, which was carried out in calendar weeks 22 to 38 2022, the website is not compatible with the aforementioned requirements in only a few points. Despite the following exceptions, the website is assessed as fundamentally usable.

The following content is not accessible or only partially accessible. An improvement in accessibility is planned and will be remedied editorially.

Non-accessible Content

The following content is rated as not barrier-free under the requirements of Section 12 of the Disability Equality Act (BGG) and Section 3 subs. 1 to 4 and Section 4 of the Barrier-Free IT Ordinance 2.0 (German: Barrierefreie IT-Verordnung 2.0, BITV):

  • Media and files:
    Accessible alternatives for file downloads and media are to some extent still under development. If you urgently require an accessible version, please use the contact options listed below or the ‘Report Barrier’ function.
  • Criterion: ‘Navigable’:
    Logical sequence for keyboard operation: In Firefox, in full-screen mode of video content, the web page that is then not visible can still be scrolled through via keyboard. This appears to be a browser error.
  • Criterion ‘Compatible’:
    Correct syntax: For technical reasons, empty id attributes are used several times, but this does not restrict the accessibility of the page.
  • Criterion ‘Documentation and Support’:
    Technical support: These requirements were not assessed.

Please note: Due to poor processing of conditional hyphenation by some assistive technologies, alternative hyphenation is used but may not sufficiently support text flow in some cases.

We strive to resolve the identified barriers or provide alternatives.

Creation of this Accessibility Statement

This statement was created on 01/06/2022 and updated on 21/09/2022.

Feedback and Contact Details

Please contact us should you notice any deficiencies regarding compliance with the accessibility requirements.

Enforcement Procedure

In the event of unsatisfactory responses from the above contact option, an arbitration procedure can be invoked. Further information on the procedure and how to apply is available on the pages of the arbitration board under the Disability Equality Act (BGG).