SCULPT Model

SCULPT is an acronym of six basic frameworks to introduce digital accessibility in a bite-sized, approachable way.

SCULPT Model

SCULPT for Accessibility is a beginners guide to raise basic awareness and skills for accessibility across the wider workforce.

• Headings should be set up correctly so screen readers can navigate the content.
• Use a well known accesible font.
• Use styles to configure documents

• Never use colour alone to communicate information.
• Avoid using combinations of Red, Green and blue and yellow.
• Avoid backgrounds that aren't one colour.

• Tables should be used for data and not used as a way to make pag e layouts.
• You should be able to tab through a table and not get stuck.

• Helps you to write clearly and concisely with the right tone of voice.
• Avoid using hard to understand language, such as jargon, unexplained acronyms and long words.

• Use descriptive names for links, not click here etc.
• Don't put full website addresses as screenreaders will read it in full.

• Use images that support the text
• Never use an image instead of text.
• Use correct image sizes.
• Use alt text on images, or mark as decorative.

Tables

Plain English

Links (hyperlinks)

Use of Images

Colour and contrast

Structure and style