Secure storage is defined as a securely locked cabinet or cupboard.
The following instructions apply to all confidential materials relating to the administration and delivery of assessments.
Centres must be able to demonstrate that the appropriate security systems are in place to prevent unauthorised access to the assessment materials.
Assessment materials must be stored securely at all times.
Only persons authorised by the Head of Centre and the centre contact must be allowed access to the centre’s secure storage facility.
Centres must maintain the confidentiality of learner responses and learner details.
Centres must ensure that all timed assignments are stored securely both before and after assessment sessions.