What needs to be ready before I start to invigilate an exam?

When carrying out online invigilation, the appointed invigilator should locate a quiet, appropriate space free from the risk of disturbance.

When carrying out an online invigilation, the appointed invigilator should locate a quiet, appropriate space free from the risk of disturbance. The invigilator must also inform any other individuals present in the building/exam environment that an exam is taking place.

An appropriate space is deemed as:

• a space free from noise
• a space which is free from visual or physical access to supporting materials (such as notes, posters or educational texts) if not authorised by the associated standard’s assessment plan
• a space which is free from visual or physical access to electronic devices other than the computer used to undertake the exam (no second monitor is permitted) 
• the learners must remain in the same location as they start the exam, even if internet bandwidth is an issue.

The invigilator must also display an ‘exam in progress’ sign. This can be printed before the exam begins and placed in a clearly visible location (for example, on the exam room’s entrance door) to prevent interruptions.