17th edition course

[nealhibbert]

I am starting the 17th edition course in February. From what I have seen am I right in that you are allowed the book in the actual exam, or am I being really stupid? Last edition I worked to was the 15th :rolleyes4: and been outa the game for a very, very long time.

 

[Plonker 3]

Yes you can take the BGB and OSG into the exam as well as a calculator.

 

[nealhibbert]

Ok thanks but bear with me BGB and OSG? It has been 30 years lol.

 

[spark 68]

Ok thanks but bear with me BGB and OSG?

"Big Green Book" Also Known As BS7671 (17th ed), OSG AKA On Site Guide

 

[timbobelfast]

Not sure if your are allowed the OSG in exam either.

I was provided with a 'clean' copy of the BRB.

 

[spark 68]

I was allowed the OSG in mine back in 2008

 

[nealhibbert]

Cheers all after all this time its all a bit daunting lol.

 

[ebow72]

Alright guys,I have just sat mine late December and you can only take a copy of 'The Regs' now, no OSG. This was at my local college, it may differ from center to center, but unlikely.
I added post it note 'tabs' and was allowed to use my BGB, with area's highlighted.

My best advice is try and get any pass papers and try a few mock exams yourself, the main thing is being able to work yourself around the book.
It's fairly easy and don't panic and Good Luck.

 

[spark 68]

When I took mine in 2008, we were the first batch for the 17th ed., the OSG had just come out (months after the BRB), and those who had it, could take it in, but this was not provided by the college.

So I wonder why they changed this ?, unless as you say different establishment=different rules, but also as you say this is unlikely.

 

[nealhibbert]

Thanks ebow, I have a few mock exams on my hard drive, I think that if you know your way around the book then all should be good

 

[ebow72]

When I took mine in 2008, we were the first batch for the 17th ed., the OSG had just come out (months after the BRB), and those who had it, could take it in, but this was not provided by the college.)

For me I find the OSG far easier to navigate through, when we have done all our college calcs,I used the OSG, very rarely the BRB, so for me the having the OSG would have been a bonus, but I think they want you to know how to use the book and what question relates to what section.

 

[timbobelfast]

Best way to prepare for it is to take the practice tests untill your eyes turn square and eventually you will remember some of the questions and correct answers.

Some of them will have you hunting through the book.

 

[Andy 7671]

I know this is gonna sound weird but if you are a bit nervous, (which to me is a good sign as you are taking it seriously) concentrate on breathing deeply, in your exam, keep the blood and oxygen in ya bonce.

 

[robd]

Neil, practice the past papers you have and you'll be fine. I was always of the understanding you are allowed to make notes in the back of the regs book to make it easier to locate page numbers etc, which is what I have always done. I did my 17th update last year it's mostly about being able to interpret the regs book and find the relevant info hence why the practice papers are useful. All the best