ISO 22301 LI exam-day guide
ISO 22301 LI · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Valid government-issued photo ID
Bring the original ID in the name used for your registration. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and whether a secondary ID is required.
Exam appointment confirmation
Have your booking confirmation, candidate number, or scheduling email accessible (printed or on your phone) so you can check in smoothly.
Know your exam format and logistics
Confirm with the provider whether the exam is taken at a test center or proctored online, the time limit, number of questions, and passing score before exam day.
Test your computer and internet (online-proctored only)
Run any required system/equipment check on the same device and network you will use. Confirm with the provider which browsers and webcams are supported.
Quiet, private, well-lit room (online-proctored only)
Clear your desk of notes, phones, and extra screens per provider rules. Confirm with the provider what materials and room conditions are permitted.
Approved reference materials
ISO 22301 exams are commonly 'closed book'; confirm with the provider whether any standard, notes, or scratch paper are allowed before assuming you can use them.
Water and a light snack for before/after
Confirm with the provider whether food and drink are allowed at your desk during the exam; many proctoring rules prohibit them.
Restroom and break plan
Confirm with the provider whether breaks are allowed and whether the clock stops. Plan to use the restroom before the exam starts.
Backup plan for technical failure
Note the provider's support phone number or chat and know their policy for technical interruptions. Confirm with the provider how to report an issue during the exam.
Arrival time buffer
Arrive or log in early per the provider's instructions (commonly 15-30 minutes). Confirm with the provider the exact check-in window and late-arrival policy.
Study summary sheet (for review before, not during)
Bring a one-page summary of key ISO 22301 concepts to review in the final minutes, then put it away. Confirm with the provider that outside materials are not permitted at the desk.
Scratch paper and pen
Only if permitted. Confirm with the provider whether scratch paper is allowed and whether it must be shown/erased at the end.
Plan the day
Stop learning new material. Review your summary sheet and weak areas: BCMS scope, business impact analysis, risk assessment, continuity objectives, recovery time objectives, and the Plan-Do-Check-Act structure of the standard. Do timed practice questions to build pacing.
Re-confirm exam logistics with the provider: date, time, time zone, location or online link, ID requirements, and permitted materials. Resolve any open questions now, not on exam day.
Protect sleep. Avoid all-night cramming; rested recall beats last-minute memorization.
Do a light review of your summary sheet only. Pack your ID, confirmation, and any permitted items. For online exams, re-run the system check and charge devices.
Confirm your route and travel time (test center) or your quiet room setup (online). Set two alarms and plan to arrive/log in early.
Eat a normal meal, hydrate, and avoid heavy caffeine if it makes you jittery. Do a brief 10-15 minute review of key terms, then stop.
Arrive or log in at the provider's recommended time. Have your ID and confirmation ready for check-in and follow proctor instructions exactly.
Read each question fully and watch for qualifiers like 'primary', 'first', 'most likely', and 'NOT'. Answer every question; there is usually no penalty for guessing, but confirm with the provider.
Manage the clock: note the number of questions and minutes, and keep a steady pace. If a question stalls you, flag it, make a best guess, and move on; return if time allows.
For scenario questions, think in terms of the standard's process order (establish, implement, operate, review, improve) and choose the answer that best fits ISO 22301's requirements rather than general good practice.
Use remaining time to review flagged questions and confirm you have answered all items before submitting. Follow the provider's process for ending the session and note your result or when to expect it.
Rules to check
Bring the original government-issued photo ID in the exact name used at registration. Confirm with the provider which ID types are accepted and what to do if your name differs.
Follow all proctor instructions. For online exams this typically includes a room scan, showing your desk, and keeping your face and hands visible. Confirm with the provider the specific proctoring rules in advance.
Do not use unauthorized materials, devices, or assistance. ISO 22301 exams are commonly closed book; confirm with the provider what, if anything, is permitted at your desk.
Confirm with the provider whether breaks are allowed, whether the exam clock pauses, and how to request a break without violating proctoring rules.
Confirm with the provider the scoring method, passing score, and whether unanswered or guessed questions are penalized before you rely on any guessing strategy.
Report any technical problem immediately using the provider's support channel and follow their instructions; do not attempt to fix proctoring software issues on your own in ways that could void your session.
Arrive or log in within the provider's check-in window. Confirm with the provider the late-arrival policy, as missed windows may forfeit your appointment.
Keep your registration confirmation and result notice. Confirm with the provider how and when results are issued and how to request any available retake or appeal.