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Depending on the component, there are different regulations and below we explain how you must handle our confidential materials. There are general instructions for handling all questions papers for timetabled exams, as well as specific instructions for particular syllabuses and components.  \nExample of a question paper packet label  \nSyllabus and component code  \nTimetable date and session  \nContents of the packet  \nHandling instructions  \nHandling question papers for all timetabled exams  \n• Before each timetabled exam, two members of staff should collect the question paper packet from secure storage.  \n• Before opening the packet, two members of staff must independently check it is undamaged.  \n• They must also check the details on the label are correct. This includes checking the centre number, exam date, session, subject title, syllabus and component number are correct.  \n• When the blue question paper packet is opened, the front cover of the question paper will be visible through the transparent inner bag. Two members of staff must again check that the day, date, time, subject and component are correct. They should make a final check to make sure that the inner packet has not been opened and is undamaged before opening it.  \n• If a packet is opened in error on the exam day, tell us straight away and complete and return Exam Day – Form 11 so we can support you and maintain the security of the exam.  \n• For exams with large numbers of candidates, see sections [5.7. 1.4](5.7. 1.4) and [5.7. 2.3](5.7. 2.3) of the Cambridge Handbook.  \n• After the exam, store all question papers and answer booklets securely for 24 hours after the end of the exam or Key Time, whichever is later.  \nHandling digital confidential materials  \nYou must store confidential materials downloaded from Direct and Digital File Despatch securely until the time you need them.  \nYou must treat digital confidential materials in exactly the same way as printed materials. See sections 4.3.2 and 4.4 of the Cambridge Handbook.  \nMore details at:  \n[www.cambridgeinternational.org/beforetheexams](www.cambridgeinternational.org/beforetheexams)[ ](www.cambridgeinternational.org/beforetheexams)[and www.cambridgeinternational.org/forms](and www.cambridgeinternational.org/forms)  \nEmail [info@cambridgeinternational.org](info@cambridgeinternational.org)  \n\n| Contents of packet | How to handle packets securely |\n| --- | --- |\n| Question papers for:\u003Cbr>• Cambridge IGCSE ICT (0417) and (0983) .\u003Cbr>• Cambridge International AS & A Level Information Technology (9626) .\u003Cbr>• Cambridge International AS & A Level Computer Science (9618), including insert for component 2. | • Conduct test on the date shown in the timetable.\u003Cbr>• Candidates from the same centre must take their test at the same time.\u003Cbr>• You must gain our permission if you need to run more than one sitting. See section 1.2.4 of the Cambridge Handbook.\u003Cbr>Start of the exam:\u003Cbr>• Before opening the packet, two staff members must independently check it is undamaged. They must also check the details on the label are correct. This includes checking the centre number, exam date, session, subject title, syllabus and component number are correct. They should make the same checks on the question paper before opening the transparent inner bag.\u003Cbr>• Store question papers securely between sittings if running more than one.\u003Cbr>• Candidates in different sittings must not have contact with each other. After the exam:\u003Cbr>• Store all question papers securely until 24 hours after the end of test window date. |\n| Instructions for science practical tests and music listening tests | • The supervisor must open and read the instructions as soon as they arrive.\u003Cbr>• Keep the instructions secure at all times and when they are not being used, put them back in your secure storage.\u003Cbr>• Do not","cbCaimcemBUHmRou","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaimcemBUHmRou","pdf",976994,"English","# Handling question paper packets for all timetabled exams\n## Handling digital confidential materials\n## Instructions by component type","[{\"question\":\"What checks must staff perform before opening a blue question paper packet?\",\"answer\":\"Two staff members must independently check the packet is undamaged and confirm label details are correct, including centre number, exam date, session, subject title, syllabus, and component number. They must also repeat checks before opening the transparent inner bag.\"},{\"question\":\"What should happen if a packet is opened in error on the exam day?\",\"answer\":\"Tell Cambridge straight away and complete and return Exam Day - Form 11 so support can be provided while maintaining exam security.\"},{\"question\":\"How should digital confidential materials be handled compared with printed materials?\",\"answer\":\"Digital confidential materials must be stored securely until needed and treated exactly the same way as printed materials, following the same handling requirements referenced in the Cambridge Handbook sections.\"}]","Handling confidential materials - Exam question paper packet handling instructions | PDF",1792721406]