Pre-Exam Checklist for BioSight-ID and BioSightPlus-ID

Pre-Exam Checklist for BioSight-ID and BioSightPlus-ID

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To simplify testing technical requirements you can utilize the BSI Troubleshooting app.
1. Review System Requirements
Verify that your computer meets the recommended hardware and software requirements for BioSight-ID or BioSightPlus-ID.

If you are not sure which system will be used, look at the name of the exam itself and the product should be listed.

2. Review Video Card Requirements
Our application performs a basic graphics hardware check during startup. To help ensure the best experience, confirm that your device meets the required graphics specifications and that your video card drivers are current, as outdated drivers may affect performance and responsiveness.

3. Ensure Proper Lighting
Proper lighting is required for successful identity verification and exam monitoring.

Before your exam:

  • Turn on room lights.
  • Make sure your face and environment is clearly illuminated.
  • Position lighting in front of you, not behind you. Do not sit with your back to a window during day.
  • Check your camera view before starting.

Important: Light coming only from your monitor, laptop screen, or decorative LED/rope lighting is not sufficient. Use normal room lighting such as overhead lights or lamps.


4. Remove Earbuds, Headphones, and Headsets
Remove any earbuds, headphones, or headsets unless specifically permitted by your instructor or organization.

During the exam, students may not listen to:

  • Music
  • TV
  • Audio recordings
  • Podcasts
  • Videos
  • AI assistants or other external resources



5. Connect Your Laptop to Power
If you are using a laptop, plug it into a power source before beginning your exam.

This helps prevent:

  • Battery depletion
  • Unexpected shutdowns
  • Power-saving modes that may interfere with recording

6. Verify Your Internet Connection
Ensure you have a stable internet connection before starting your exam.
  • A hard-wired Ethernet connection is strongly recommended whenever possible.
  • If using Wi‑Fi, verify that your connection is both strong and reliable before starting the exam. You are responsible for ensuring your internet connection remains active for the duration of the exam. Even high-speed Wi‑Fi connections can experience unexpected interruptions or brief disconnects.
Please see the BSI Troubleshooting App for instructions on how to test your internet connection.


7. Control Your Testing Environment
You should be in position and ready to take your exam before you launch your exam. Choose a testing location that is clean, organized, and free from unnecessary items that could be interpreted as exam resources. A simple testing environment helps support a smooth monitoring experience.
  • You must be seated at a desk or table. Not in bed, or laying down.
  • You must not allow any additional humans to enter the room.

    • Remove resources from the testing area:
    1. Books, notebooks, notes, or scratch paper unless permitted by your instructor
    2. Posters, whiteboards, or displays containing text
    8. Test Your Camera Position & Microphone Before the Exam
    Before starting your exam, verify your camera placement and seating position, and insure your microphone is well functioning.

    WarningImportant: Close any camera applications before launching your exam. The browser requires direct access to your camera.

    Make sure:

    • You are comfortably seated
    • Your face is centered in the camera frame
    • You can remain visible throughout the exam
    • Do not lean forward as that removes your face from view.

    When the exam starts, you will briefly see a camera preview to confirm your position.

    Afterward, the preview will be replaced by an eye icon:

    • Green Eye Icon: BioSight-ID/BioSightPlus-ID can see you.
    • Red Eye Icon: BioSight-ID/BioSightPlus-ID cannot see you.

    If the icon turns red, adjust your position, lighting, or camera angle until it returns to green.


    9. Do Not Close the Monitoring Session Until Your Exam Is Submitted
    Once your exam begins, do not close the BioSight-ID/BioSightPlus-ID monitoring window, browser tab, screen-sharing session, or any associated monitoring tools until your exam has been fully submitted.

    Important:

    • Wait until your exam submission is complete.
    • Follow any instructions provided by your testing platform.
    • Do not assume monitoring has ended simply because you have finished answering questions.

    Alert
    The monitoring tools should automatically close after your exam has been successfully submitted. If you have returned to your course and the monitoring tools are still active, you may then close them. Do not close any monitoring windows, browser tabs, or screen-sharing sessions until you are certain your exam has been submitted.



    10. Ensure Uninterupted Time
    You are responsible if something interrupts your session.
    Most exams require 60-90 minutes.
    If you are not sure how much time to dedicate contact your instructor before you attempt access.


    10. You May Not Reproduce Exam Content
    You are not permitted to copy, capture, or reproduce exam content for any purpose.

    1. Do not highlight exam text with your cursor.
    2. Do not take photographs, screenshots, or recordings of your screen.
    3. Do not photograph or capture any exam content, including both text and images.
    4. Do not share, distribute, post, or transmit exam content in any form.
    11. Keep Quiet
    There is absolutely no sound permitted during the exam. Any verbal or non-verbal communication during the exam may result in disciplinary action, administrative penalties, or exam invalidation.

    1. Do not read questions, answers, or instructions aloud, even to yourself.
    2. Do not speak, whisper, or make verbal comments to anyone.
    3. Do not mouth words or silently communicate with others.
    4. Do not use hand gestures, sign language (including ASL), or any other form of non-verbal communication.
    5. Do not attempt to communicate with any person in the room, building, or through electronic devices.
    6. If your exam does not require typed responses, any keyboard use or typing sounds may be considered a testing violation.
    13. No Unauthorized Devices
    Unauthorized devices are not permitted in the testing area. This includes, but is not limited to:
    • Smartphones or smartphone calculator applications (unless specifically authorized by your instructor)
    • Tablets
    • Smartwatches or fitness trackers
    • Earbuds, headphones, or AirPods
    • Smart glasses or other wearable technology
    • Stand alone calculators (unless specifically authorized by your instructor)
    • Any device capable of recording, transmitting, receiving, or storing information
    • Televisions, which must be powered off if they cannot be removed from the testing area

    All unauthorized devices must be removed from the testing area or placed out of reach before the exam begins. Devices may not be accessed at any time during the testing session. Failure to comply may result in disciplinary action, administrative penalties, or exam invalidation.

    14. Personal Appearance Requirements
    Your face must remain fully visible at all times throughout the testing session. The area from the top of your forehead to the bottom of your chin must be clearly visible and unobstructed. Any item that obscures your face or interferes with identity verification is prohibited.

    Do not wear:

    • Face masks or face coverings
    • Hoodies with the hood up
    • Hats, caps, or other head coverings (unless approved as an accommodation)
    • Sunglasses or tinted eyewear
    • Any clothing, accessory, or item that obscures any portion of your face
    15. Screen Capture
    BioSightPlus-ID Exams only: Allowing screen capture is mandatory for the entirety of your exam. Do not click "stop share", "stop screen share" or any other text that indicates to close a screen share during the exam. A black screen share during the exam will make your exam attempt invalid.
    16. Avoid Distracting Backgrounds
    Backgrounds or objects that conceal, camouflage, or interfere with clear visibility of the test taker's face are prohibited.
    1. Avoid busy or cluttered backgrounds that may interfere with face detection or monitoring.
    2. Large collections of photos, artwork, posters, or wall decorations should not be visible in the camera view.
    3. Moving objects, such as ceiling fans, televisions, or animated displays, should not be visible in the exam view.
    Ensure the testing area remains stable and clearly visible for the duration of the exam.

    17. 360 Room Scan

    BioSightPlus-ID Exams only: You will show a 50 second 360-degree view of the exam

    environment. If your camera is built into your laptop you must pick up the laptop and rotate the device.

    You must clearly show:
    1. The entire desk top
    2. Under your desk
    3. Walls
    4. Ceiling
    5. Floor
    6. If you have more than one computer screen, it must be shown to be turned off.
    Alert
    Some instructors or institutions may ask that you use a hand-held mirror to also show your keyboard, and computer screen. See your course instructions if you are not sure about this requirement. 

    18. full-length mirror
    Alert
    Some institutions may ask that you use a  full-length mirror during your exam. See your course instructions if you are not sure about this requirement. 
    1. The mirror should be positioned to show
    2. desk surface
    3. All computer screens, even the turned off extras.
    4. both hands of your hands at all time

    If you do not have a full-length mirror, you may purchase an inexpensive one from a dollar store. Libraries may have mirrors available for checkout.

     


    19. Full Exam Responsability

    The responsibility for meeting and maintaining all requirements in this checklist rests solely with the student. If you have questions about any requirement, you must contact your instructor before attempting to access the exam.

    A complete and uninterrupted recording of your exam session is required for your exam attempt to be considered valid. It is your responsibility to ensure that all required monitoring components, including audio, video, and screen sharing (if required), are functioning properly and remain active for the entire duration of the exam.

    Failure to maintain a complete recording or comply with testing requirements may result in the exam being flagged for review, invalidated, or subject to disciplinary action in accordance with your institution's policies.


    Warning
    Important Student Responsibility Notice

    Students are responsible for ensuring that all requirements in this checklist are satisfied before the exam begins and maintained throughout the entire testing session. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in interruptions to exam monitoring, incomplete recordings, invalidation of exam results, or violations of your institution's testing and academic integrity policies.

    Students found in violation of these requirements may be subject to penalties, including:

    1. A grade reduction or a grade of zero on the exam.
    2. Failure of the course.
    3. Academic integrity or disciplinary sanctions.
    4. Suspension or expulsion from the institution for repeated or serious violations.

    By proceeding with the exam, you acknowledge and accept responsibility for complying with all testing requirements and policies.