Order re CBSE Board exams dt 13/03/2020

CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION

(An Autonomous Organisation under the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Govt. of india)

No. CBSE/CE/SPS/2020 13.03.2020

CENTRE SUPERINTENDENT

CBSE’S EXAMINATION CENTRES

Subject: Preventive Interventions from COVID-19 with candidates appearing in Class-X and Class-XII examinations

Dear Centre Superintendent,

You are well aware about the reported cases of COVID-19 across the world and efforts are being taken globally to prevent the spread of COVID-19 using preventive measures.

As examinations for Class-X and XII are being conducted at your examination centre under your able supervision, following preventive measures are suggested to be adopted at examination centre:-

Procure 8-10 normal face masks. Face masks can also be made of tissue paper
In case, any candidate is coughing/sneezing, face mask may be provided. If you feel necessary, candidate could be allotted separate examination room.
Soap be made available in washrooms for the candidates for washing hands
Ensure clean toilets and covered garbage bins with clean garbage bags that are replaces every day in toilets
Candidates should be instructed to :-
Keep their hands clean by washing hands with soap/sanitizer
Use handkerchief, tissue paper or folded arm over mouth while coughing/ sneezing
Throw used tissue into closed bins immediately after use
Drink plenty of water and keep the throat moist
Maintain good hygiene in toilets during and after use
Eat nutritious food
Do not touch eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands
Avoid shaking hands while greeting, prefer ‘Namaste’
Refrain from spitting in public places
Follow the instructions issued in Public Interest by Health Department etc.