Accessibility statement
What does this accessibility statement apply to?
This statement applies to VR’s new website vr.fi, published for the first time on 11 December 2019. This statement has been prepared on 11 December 2019. The accessibility of this digital service has been assessed by Annanpura Oy, contributing to the continuous development of this service to make it more accessible.
Accessibility development
When developing our new digital services, we pay special attention to accessibility. Everyone is welcome on the train – we also want to make our digital services accessible to all, taking the customers’ different needs into account.
Our goal is to provide all users with good service, regardless of the device they use, and we also take screen readers and keyboard-assisted navigation into account. However, this requires continuous development and there is still a long journey ahead of us.
We thank you for your patience and hope that you will send us feedback on any deficiencies and development needs.
Digital service accessibility status
VR’s website vr.fi meets critical accessibility requirements.
Non-accessible content
The content listed below is not accessible in line with the WCAG criteria, for the following reasons:
- The coach map on the website is not accessible with screen readers. However, the passenger can choose certain seat types (wheelchair space, pet seat, etc.) with a separate seat type selection that meets the requirements. A seat can also be booked by calling VR’s customer service. Accessibility requirements not met: 2.1.1 Keyboard A
- The contact form service lomakkeet.vr.fi is not accessible with screen readers. Feedback on accessibility can be given, for example, by e-mail to vrweb@vr.fi. Accessibility requirements not met: 2.1.1 Keyboard A
- The image carousels used on the website cannot be paused or stopped. In addition, the support for the carousel’s buttons is not sufficient for screen readers. Accessibility requirements not met: 2.1.1 Keyboard A, 2.5.1 Pointer Gestures
- Third-party iFrame content embedded on the website is not in an accessible format for the screen reader. Accessibility requirements not met: 2.1.1 Keyboard A
Transition periods
As a private company, VR must ensure that its websites comply with accessibility requirements from 1 January 2021 onwards. According to the requirements, this statement must be available on 1 January 2021. As a responsible company, VR aims to meet the requirements as soon as practically possible.
Contacts
Did you find deficiencies in the accessibility of our digital services? Report them to us by email and we will do our best to fix the situation.
You can send feedback on the accessibility of the new website or the VR Matkalla application to vrweb@vr.fi.
Users for whom digital services are not accessible can also get support by calling our customer service at +358 800 166 888. Calls are free of charge.
Supervisory authority
If you notice accessibility problems on our website, contact us, the website administrators, first. It may take 14 days before you get a response. If you are not satisfied with the response or you do not receive a response within two weeks, you can send a notification to the Regional State Administrative Agency for Southern Finland. The website of the Regional State Administrative Agency for Southern Finland provides details on how to send a notification and how the case is processed.
Contact details of the supervisory authority
Regional State Administrative Agency for Southern Finland
- Accessibility supervision unit
- saavutettavuusvaatimukset.fi
- saavutettavuus(at)avi.fi
- Telephone (exchange): +358 295 016 000
Latest improvements to accessibility
This is what we have been working on lately.
The breadcrumb trail to booking a journey
02/2021
A breadcrumb trail presenting the steps of the booking has been added to clarify use.
The view of reserved seats and journey has been clarified
02/2021
On the journey’s locations and services site, the presentation of the reserved seats and the journey has been clarified. For instance, partial journeys are now easier to understand.
Purchase summary view has been clarified
02/2021
The summary page of the booked journey, the presentation of the ticket delivery address and moving on to the payment has been updated to make it simpler. The improvement makes it easier both visually and for those using a screen reader.
Improvements for screen reader users
02/2021
Alternative texts for screen readers have been improved in booking a journey and viewing tickets.
Future improvements to accessibility
This is what we will be focusing on now and in the future.
Support for screen readers
To be developed continuously
The processing of interactive elements in a manner that is suitable for screen readers will be developed further.
Text alternatives and screen readers
To be developed continuously
The availability of language versions for text alternatives intended for screen readers will be improved.
Booking of a journey
During 2021
The functionality of the selected journey’s services for screen readers and keyboard navigation will be improved.
What does this accessibility statement apply to?
This statement applies to the VR Matkalla mobile application, which has been available since February 2019. This statement has been prepared on 11 December 2019. The accessibility of this digital service has been assessed by Annanpura Oy, contributing to the continuous development of this service to make it more accessible.
Accessibility development
When developing our new digital services, we pay special attention to accessibility. Everyone is welcome on the train – we also want to make our digital services accessible to all, taking the customers’ different needs into account.
Our goal is to provide all users with good service, regardless of the device they use, and we also take screen readers and keyboard-assisted navigation into account. However, this requires continuous development and there is still a long journey ahead of us.
We thank you for your patience and hope that you will send us feedback on any deficiencies and development needs.
Digital service accessibility status
VR’s mobile application VR Matkalla does not meet critical accessibility requirements.
Non-accessible content
The content listed below is not accessible in line with the WCAG criteria, for the following reasons:
- The coach map in the mobile application is not accessible with screen readers. However, the passenger can choose certain seat types (wheelchair space, pet seat, etc.) with a separate seat type selection that meets the requirements. A seat can be booked by calling VR’s customer service. Accessibility requirements not met: 1.1.1 Non-text Content
- The mobile application does not adjust to the device’s orientation when turned horizontally. Accessibility requirements not met: 1.3.4 Orientation AA
- The contrast ratio of some text elements is not sufficient at the moment. This is being improved with continuous development work. Accessibility requirements not met: 1.4.3 Contrast (Minimum)
Transition periods
As a private company, VR must ensure that its websites comply with accessibility requirements from 1 January 2021 onwards. VR’s mobile applications must comply with accessibility requirements as of 23 June 2021. According to the requirements, this statement must be available on 1 January 2021. As a responsible company, VR aims to meet the requirements as soon as practically possible.
Contacts
Did you find deficiencies in the accessibility of our digital services? Report them to us by email and we will do our best to fix the situation.
You can send feedback on the accessibility of the new website or the VR Matkalla application to vrweb@vr.fi.
Users for whom digital services are not accessible can also get support by calling our customer service at +358 800 166 888. Calls are free of charge.
Supervisory authority
If you notice accessibility problems on our website, contact us, the website administrators, first. It may take 14 days before you get a response. If you are not satisfied with the response or you do not receive a response within two weeks, you can send a notification to the Regional State Administrative Agency for Southern Finland. The website of the Regional State Administrative Agency for Southern Finland provides details on how to send a notification and how the case is processed.
Contact details of the supervisory authority
Regional State Administrative Agency for Southern Finland
- Accessibility supervision unit
- saavutettavuusvaatimukset.fi
- saavutettavuus(at)avi.fi
- Telephone (exchange): +358 295 016 000
Latest improvements to accessibility
This is what we have been working on lately.
Improvement of contrast ratios
20 October 2020
The contrast ratios of certain interactive button and link elements and certain text elements will be improved.
Improvement of contrast ratios
20 October 2020
The contrast ratios of various application text elements have been improved.
Support for screen readers
20 October 2020
The processing of interactive elements in a manner that is suitable for screen readers will be developed further.
Future improvements to accessibility
This is what we will be focusing on in the future.
Support for screen readers
To be developed continuously
The processing of interactive elements in a manner that is suitable for screen readers will be developed further.
Improvement of contrast ratios
During 2021
The contrast ratios of interactive button and link elements and certain text elements will be improved.