OET Reading: Workplace Text Comprehension 3

Question 1

An email subject line reads 'URGENT: Pharmacy closure 13:00-14:00 today'. What is the main purpose of the message?

Accepted Answer

To warn staff of a temporary pharmacy closure

Answer

The subject signals an urgent, time-limited closure that staff must be aware of.

Question 2

A handover note says: 'Mr Lee remains nil by mouth pending review.' What does this instruct staff to do?

Accepted Answer

Give him nothing to eat or drink

Answer

'Nil by mouth' means the patient must not consume any food or drink.

Question 3

A notice reads: 'Fire exits must remain unobstructed at all times.' Which situation breaches this rule?

Accepted Answer

A trolley left parked across an exit

Answer

A trolley blocking the exit obstructs it, violating the requirement to keep it clear.

Question 4

A bulletin states: 'Annual leave requests submitted after the 15th will be processed the following month.' A request is submitted on the 18th. When is it processed?

Accepted Answer

The following month

Answer

Because the 18th is after the 15th, processing is deferred to the next month.

Question 5

A label reads: 'Store between 2°C and 8°C. Do not freeze.' At which temperature is the item correctly stored?

Accepted Answer

5°C

Answer

5°C falls within the required 2-8°C range and is above freezing.

(OET) Occupational English Test Practice Test

(OET) Occupational English Test Practice Test

OET Reading: Workplace Text Comprehension 3