IELTS Speaking Test Emergency Arrangements

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Questions and Answers

What should candidates do with their electronic items before the exam starts?

Switch them off and keep them outside the exam room (correct)

Leave them in their possession but on silent mode

Give them to the supervisor for safekeeping

Keep them on and use them during the exam

What is the exception to the rule of not allowing electronic items in the exam room?

Candidates with a medical condition

Candidates using assistive technology

Candidates who are running late

All of the above (correct)

What should supervisors do if a candidate arrives late for the exam?

Provide them with extra time to complete the exam

Follow the centre's late arrival policy (correct)

Do not allow them to take the exam

Ask them to wait until the next exam session

What should technical staff do in case of an emergency during the exam?

Enter the exam room to assist Signup and view all the answers

What should supervisors do with the Candidate Information Sheets?

Collect them before distributing exam materials Signup and view all the answers

What should supervisors do during the exam?

Ensure candidates are seated in the correct place Signup and view all the answers

What should supervisors do in case of equipment failure during the Listening component?

Call technical staff for assistance Signup and view all the answers

What should supervisors do with modified papers and exam durations?

See the Special Arrangements Supplement Signup and view all the answers

What should be the main priority in case of an emergency during an exam?

Everybody's safety Signup and view all the answers

What should an invigilator do if the Listening equipment fails during an exam?

Replace the faulty equipment and continue the exam Signup and view all the answers

What should be done if a candidate arrives late to an exam due to sudden illness or another acceptable reason?

The candidate is allowed to take the exam, with a possible Special Considerations form Signup and view all the answers

What should an invigilator do after an emergency evacuation of the exam room?

Leave the question papers and answer sheets in the exam room and lock the door Signup and view all the answers

What should be marked on each candidate's work after an emergency interruption?

The time they were interrupted before continuing Signup and view all the answers

What should an invigilator do if they think they cannot resume the exam on the same day?

Contact the Helpdesk for advice Signup and view all the answers

Why should an invigilator supervise the candidates closely after an emergency evacuation?

To ensure they are not talking to each other or using mobile phones Signup and view all the answers

What should be filled in if a candidate is late due to sudden illness or another acceptable reason?

A Special Considerations form Signup and view all the answers

What should an SE do if a candidate has a difficulty that could affect their performance before the test starts?

Tell the candidate to make emergency Special Arrangements Signup and view all the answers

What happens if the SE decides to run the test with a candidate who has a difficulty?

The candidate will be given extra time to complete the test Signup and view all the answers

What should the SE do if a candidate's performance has been disadvantaged by a dummy partner?

Fill in a printed Special Considerations form for the candidate Signup and view all the answers

What should an SE do if a candidate has a difficulty that could affect their performance during the test?

Decide whether to administer the test or stop it Signup and view all the answers

What should the SE do if they decide to stop the test due to a candidate's difficulty?

Reschedule the test for both candidates Signup and view all the answers

Who should the candidate contact if they need more advice on emergency Special Arrangements?

The Helpdesk or Team Leader Signup and view all the answers

What should the SE do at the end of the test if they decide to run the test with a candidate who has a difficulty?

Fill in a printed Special Considerations form Signup and view all the answers

What should an SE do if a candidate arrives late for the test?

None of the above is mentioned in the text Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Dealing with Emergencies

In case of an emergency, everyone's safety is the top priority.
Follow local emergency procedures, which override exam security regulations.
If the emergency causes a brief interruption, continue the test following instructions.
If the emergency causes a long interruption, consider if candidates can still finish the exam.
If the emergency was distressing for candidates, it may not be appropriate to continue the exam on the same day.

Evacuating the Exam Room

Evacuate the exam room following venue regulations.
Leave question papers and answer sheets in the exam room and lock the door if possible.
Supervise candidates to prevent them from talking to each other or using mobile phones/internet.

After the Emergency

Check candidates' IDs after they return to the exam room.
Mark on each candidate's work where they were interrupted before continuing the component.
Note the time and length of the interruption.
Write the new finish times on the board and allow candidates the full time for the component.
Fill in a Special Considerations form.

Equipment Failure

If Listening equipment fails, note where the recording stopped.
Tell candidates to close their question papers and be quiet.
Replace the faulty equipment.
Get help if you are the only invigilator in the room.
Play the introduction to candidates and check the sound.
Use headphones to fast forward to the place where the recording stopped.

Emergency Special Arrangements

If a candidate has a difficulty on the Speaking test day, inform the invigilator to make emergency arrangements.
If the test has not started, tell the invigilator immediately.
If the test has started, the SE decides whether to administer the test or stop it.
Fill in a Special Considerations form and give it to the CEM/supervisor at the end of the test.

General Information

Technical staff are allowed in the room in emergencies.
Inspectors will always show their ID card.
Candidates can be told instructions in their native language.
Make sure all candidates understand the instructions and do not contradict any regulations.
Before the first written component, switch off mobile phones, collect and store electronic items, and explain the rules to candidates.
Make exceptions for candidates needing electronic items for medical reasons or assistive technology.

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Learn about the emergency special arrangements for the IELTS speaking test, including what to do if a candidate has a difficulty that affects their performance.