Make presentations for scientific or technical activities in the workplace

Overview & Purpose

What This Standard Covers

This standard outlines the competencies required to make effective presentations for scientific or technical activities in workplace settings, ensuring compliance with established procedures and audience needs.

Performance Criteria

• Ensure work complies with workplace procedures
• Use safe practices and appropriate PPE
• Adhere to health and safety regulations
• Establish presentation scope and purpose
• Assess quality, cost, delivery issues, and needed resources
• Present data in an appropriate format
• Secure suitable equipment, facilities, and resources
• Verify venue and equipment readiness
• Deliver presentations in the correct format for the audience
• Provide post-presentation materials to the audience
• Communicate information per departmental and organizational procedures

Knowledge & Understanding Requirements

• Health and safety requirements for scientific/technical activities
• Legislative, regulatory, standards, and guideline implications
• Correct scientific and technical techniques
• Importance of protective gear and workplace security
• Communication channels and organizational responsibilities
• Audience types and their information needs
• Presentation preparation and support materials
• Equipment operation and delivery methods
• Evaluating presentation effectiveness
• Venue-specific health and safety considerations

Relevent Roles

• Science professionals
• Technical presenters
• Laboratory staff
• Academic instructors
• Professional educators