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Status Is a defect
Created by Guest
Created on Jan 5, 2024

AODA: Form elements do not contain visible label, and do not conform with WCAG 2.0 Guideline 3.3.2 Level A

Description:
The elements do not contain visible label tag

Every form / input element must have a visible <label> tag that's not solely labeled using hidden labels, or the title or aria-describedby attributes. E.g., <input type="text" aria-labelledby="search">

Why it Matters: The title and aria-describedby attributes are used to provide additional information such as a hint. Hints are exposed to accessibility APIs differently than labels and as such, this can cause problems with assistive technologies. When form inputs such as text entry fields, radio buttons, check boxes, and select menus contain no labels other than title and aria-describedby attribute values, screen readers interpret the content as advisory information only. Labels created by the title and aria-describedby values are not sufficient to create a true label that can be determined programmatically from the code to convey the purpose of the input form element.

Steps to Reproduce: (Scenario 1 - Edit Income Reporting Evidence)
1. Log in as a Caseworker
2. Navigate to income support page
3. Navigate to Evidence tab
4. Open the income reporting evidence
5. From the ellipsis, select "Continue Editing"
6. From the modal, locate the input field
Result / Issue: The input element is missing a required label tag

Resolution: The input elements are using label tags.

Fix Suggestion (Example only):

<label for="rtype">Report Type:</label> <input type="text" name="rtype" id="rtype"><br>
<label for="rname">Report Name:</label> <input type="text" name="rname" id="rname">

This provides a one-to-one mapping between the label and the element. This is the expected usage for labeling as it is supported by all modern browsers and all major assistive technologies for all form / input elements.

Following pages are with the defect (but not limited to):

  1. Notes page

  2. Person Search page

  3. Edit Note page

  4. Person > Financials page

Note: This doesn't conform to Best Practices, however, it could potentially fail the 3.3.2: Labels or Instructions (A) success criteria

Customer Name Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
Market Segment WH Government
Type of Request Other
Market Opportunity

AODA Compliant

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  • Admin
    Graham McCrindle
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    Jan 10, 2024

    Hi Vahida,

    We have reviewed your enhancement suggestion.

    Based on the information provided, our understanding of your request is as follows:

    • Label Tags for accessibility users are not present which results in

    We have determined this is a defect that requires a code change to correct and request that you raise a support ticket documenting the issue, this will then enable you to track the progress of this issue, we are now closing this enhancement request.

    Regards,

    Graham McCrindle, SPM Product Management team

  • Admin
    Graham McCrindle
    Reply
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    Jan 8, 2024

    Hi Vahida,

    Thank you for taking the time to share your ideas with us. Can you confirm which version of SPM you have encountered the Accessibility issues.

    We will review the information you have provided and get back to you within 30 days. If additional details are required to complete our evaluation, we will send you a request for more information.

    Thank you,

    Graham McCrindle, SPM Product Management Team