New Guidelines issued for conducting exams by the Health Ministry



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The Health Ministry has issued new, revised Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for conducting examinations to prevent the spread of COVID-19. These guidelines cover generic public health measures like physical distancing and mask-wearing, as well as specific arrangements for examination centres, including location checks, staggered schedules, and personal protective equipment. They also detail procedures for entry, exit, transportation, and special precautions for high-risk individuals, aiming to ensure a safe examination environment for all.

Revised SOP on preventive measures to be followed while conducting examinations to contain spread of COVID-19 Examination centres are frequented by large number of students (as well as their parents) and staff till the entire duration of the exam and therefore, its vital to plan and conduct these examinations, while following specific preventive measures, as detailed in the paragraphs below. 1. Generic preventive measures The generic measures include simple public health measures that
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Key measures include maintaining physical distancing of at least 6 feet, mandatory use of face covers/masks, frequent hand washing or sanitising, practising respiratory etiquette, self-monitoring health, prohibiting spitting, and advising the use of the Aarogya Setu App.

Examination centres must be located outside containment zones, plan staggered schedules to avoid overcrowding, ensure adequate room capacity for physical distancing, provide personal protective gears and sanitisers, and have arrangements for thermal screening and hand hygiene at entry points.

Only asymptomatic individuals are allowed entry. Symptomatic candidates will be referred to a health centre and may be given an opportunity to take the exam later. A designated isolation room must be available at the centre for anyone found symptomatic.

Yes, staff at high risk (e.g., older employees, pregnant employees, those with underlying medical conditions) should not be deployed for invigilation or direct contact with students. They should preferably be assigned tasks not requiring close interaction.

Examination halls and common areas must be sanitised before and after exams. Frequently touched surfaces need regular cleaning and disinfection. Students and staff must dispose of used masks in covered bins, and sharing of personal belongings or stationery is prohibited.

The temperature setting should be between 24-30°C, relative humidity between 40-70%, re-circulation of air should be avoided, and fresh air intake and cross-ventilation should be adequate, following CPWD guidelines.




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