Have you checked for proper labeling of ARIA landmarks and roles?

Checking for proper labeling of ARIA landmarks and roles is essential for ensuring accessibility, especially for users relying on assistive technologies such as screen readers. Here's how you can ensure proper labeling of ARIA landmarks and roles on your website:

1. **Understand ARIA Landmarks and Roles**:
   - Familiarize yourself with ARIA landmarks and roles defined in the WAI-ARIA (Web Accessibility Initiative - Accessible Rich Internet Applications) specification. These include landmarks like `<header>`, `<main>`, `<nav>`, `<aside>`, `<footer>`, and roles like `role="banner"`, `role="navigation"`, `role="main"`, etc.

2. **Implement Semantic HTML Where Possible**:
   - Use semantic HTML elements (`<header>`, `<nav>`, `<main>`, `<footer>`, etc.) to outline the basic structure of your website. Semantic HTML elements provide built-in accessibility features and are recognized by assistive technologies without needing ARIA roles.

3. **Use ARIA Roles for Custom Elements**:
   - If you use custom elements or if the semantic HTML elements alone are insufficient to convey the structure or purpose of content, use appropriate ARIA roles (`role=`) to supplement semantic HTML. For example, you might use `role="navigation"` for a custom navigation bar.

4. **Ensure Proper Labeling and Descriptions**:
   - Use ARIA `aria-label`, `aria-labelledby`, or `aria-describedby` attributes to provide additional context or descriptions for ARIA landmarks and roles. These attributes help users understand the purpose and functionality of each landmark or role.

5. **Test with Assistive Technologies**:
   - Test your website with screen readers and other assistive technologies to ensure that ARIA landmarks and roles are properly announced and understood. Verify that users can navigate through the content using landmarks and roles effectively.

6. **Validate with Accessibility Tools**:
   - Use accessibility evaluation tools or browser extensions that check for proper implementation of ARIA landmarks and roles. These tools can identify missing labels or incorrect usage of ARIA attributes.

7. **Document and Maintain Accessibility Guidelines**:
   - Document best practices and guidelines for using ARIA landmarks and roles within your organization. Ensure that team members understand the importance of accessibility and follow established standards for labeling and role usage.

By following these steps, you can ensure that ARIA landmarks and roles are correctly implemented and labeled on your website, contributing to improved accessibility for all users, including those who rely on assistive technologies.