Special equipment
Ergonomic optical mouse
What? A type of mouse that encourages healthy neutral “handshake” wrist and arm positions for smoother movement and less overall strain.
When? During all test phases.
Where? Online and in locations determined by EPSO.
Who? Candidate (own equipment).
Keyboard VIG keys (keyboards for persons with visual impairments who use assistive technology)
What? A robust and standard keyboard with extra-large and clear legends on the keys making it suitable for persons with visual impairments.
When? During all test phases.
Where? Online and in locations determined by EPSO.
Who? Candidate (own equipment).
Large non-programmable calculator
What? Calculator of approximately 20cm x 30cm.This could be requested for example by candidates with visual impairments.
When? During all test phases requiring calculation.
Where? In locations determined by EPSO.
Who? EPSO.
Left-handed mouse
What? A type of mouse that allows left-handed test takers to test with comfort.
When? During all test phases.
Where? Online and in locations determined by EPSO.
Who? Candidate (own equipment).
Trackball Mouse
What? Large, finger-operated trackball for superior control while reducing hand and wrist movement.
When? During all test phases.
Where? Online and in locations determined by EPSO.
Who? Candidate (own equipment).
Vertical mouse
What? This type of mouse automatically puts the hand and wrist in a natural, relaxed position.
When? During all test phases.
Where? Online and in locations determined by EPSO.
Who? Candidate (own equipment).
Food and drink
What? Permission to bring personal items into the testing environment for medical purposes such as diabetes.
When? During all test phases.
Where? Online and in locations determined by EPSO.
Who? Candidate (own equipment).