A. Are test sites selected that meet the following criteria?
1. adequate lighting/heating/cooling
2. adequate writing surfaces/seating
3. adequate rest room facilities
4. an area for candidate admission
5. adequate parking for staff/candidates
6. a quiet work environment
7. a barrier free environment to accommodate candidates with disabilities
8. a clock in the room which is visible to candidates
B. Are site locations convenient to most candidates?
C. Are candidates sent admission materials with directions to the test site, and description of the examination admission and administration procedures, well in advance of the exam date?
D. Has a manual outlining examination procedures and candidate instructions been developed and is it used for each administration?
E. Is there adequate testing staff (proctors) given the number of candidates (i.e. one proctor for every 30-35 candidates)?
F. Is the testing staff trained in all examination administration procedures, including the process for handling and documenting problems at the test site (emergencies, late candidates, test booklet misprinting, cheating)?
G. Have materials and supplies needed for the administration been prepared and delivered to the site(s)?Are materials and supplies kept secure before, during and after the examination?
H. Are candidate identities verified with photo identification prior to admission?
I. Are candidate rosters assembled for each site, and is a procedure used to ensure that candidates do not select their own seats?
J. Are examination booklets and answer sheets distributed to candidates in a secure manner?
K. Are candidates given sufficient time to complete the examination?
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