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FITA has the assistive technology, knowhow and computer equipment required
in order to provide a review and assessment
service for both websites and software applications. Although
FITA is free to assess any one product or service upon its own initiative,
material can be also submitted for appraisal directly by the service
provider. The resulting report will contain guidelines and suggestions
as to where improvements can be implemented and how.
Our service provides assistance in ensuring compliance with the legal
obligations enforced by the Equal Opportunities Act (for Persons with
Disability). It is now common knowledge that the ease of use and clarity
demanded by persons with disability, very often benefits all members
of society and makes for a better and more popular service or product.
Through research and dynamic initiatives, the local knowledge base
of Rehabilitative/Assistive Technology can be reinforced and expanded
upon for the benefit of society. FITA advocates this vision and
acts as catalyst to make it become a reality
Software
FITA also provides accessibility consultancy on ICT projects developed
by MITA and other local business organisations. Any local ICT
developer may contact FITA and avail of this service. FITA also researched
and compiled a set of general guidelines on making
information accessible. The mediums covered range from printed paper
to audio tape and video
Malta Community Chest Fund (MCCF) applications for ICT equipment
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FITA has reached a collaboration agreement with the Malta Community
Chest Fund (MCCF), whereby, FITA will provide MCCF with specialised
technical support in reviewing applications by disabled persons
and making recommendations, thus enabling them to acquire the
products they need.
Applicants requiring specific information regarding their application
through MCCF should contact Mrs. Pauline Pullicino at MCCF directly.
Disabled persons wishing to apply for financial assistance through
the MCCF, in order to acquire ICT equipment should refer to the
information hereunder.
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Eligibility
The applicant must be officially registered with the National Commission
Persons with Disability.
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Documentation required by FITA
- Special Identity Card
- Chosen equipment literature and quotation (The equipment must
not have been purchased already, or financial agreements entered
into with suppliers).
- Copies of relevant certificates and applications if applicable
- Income related records and documentation
- Samples of ICT related work carried out by applicant if applicable
- Information about any assistive technology already in use
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Procedural steps
- Interested individuals should pick up and fill in an application
form from the Malta Community Chest Fund. These are available
from the Community Chest Fund (MCCF) premises at the President's
Palace in Valletta.
- A meeting will be arranged with FITA. Following this meeting
the Foundation will compile an assessment report whereby the applicant's
abilities, requirements are evaluated. FITA will forward a copy
of the report both to the Malta Community Chest Fund and the applicant.
- Applicants who do not receive or qualify for assistance through
MCCF in order to get the required equipment, may be entitled to
a VAT refund through the National Commission Persons with Disability.
The said VAT refund is subject to conditions set by the Commission.
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FITA recommendations will be strongly based on:
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Web Accessibility Audit Categories
A - Websites, containing an average of ten static web
pages.
B - Websites as per A above, plus a minimum of dynamic
content.
C - Web applications and services.
A - 70 Euros - inclusive of one review and one certification
audit
B - 130 Euros - inclusive of one review and one certification
audit
C - 200 Euros - inclusive of two reviews and one certification
audit
Certification expires one year from date of successful audit.
FITA maintains a register of the web sites on which it carries
out accessibility audits.
The latest
update of the FITA ICT Accessibility Audits Register is availabel
here.
A subset, made up of the
accessible web sites, is being made available, so that service
providers can get an idea of how to go about presenting information
on the Internet, whilst ensuring it is easily accessible to all
users.
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