Laser Safety
The Laser Safety Program covers work with Class 2, Class 3, and Class 4 lasers. Individuals working with such lasers must attend training which includes: fundamentals of laser operation, biological effects of laser radiation on the eye and skin, non-radiation hazards (e.g., fire hazards, chemical exposure), classification of lasers and laser systems, and control measures and personal protective equipment.
High Powered Lasers
Class 3b and 4 lasers have the potential for presenting a wide range of hazards, depending on the type of laser and how it is used.
Users of these lasers should attend a training session devoted to these types of lasers. The session is given in the individual laboratories, and includes a brief review of general laser safety principals, an evaluation of the lasers in use, a laser laboratory inspection, a review of personal protective equipment needed for the particular laser, and the calculation of maximum permissible exposure levels for eye and skin under all conditions of use.
Schedule and Contact:
Scheduled upon request. Contact Kathy White at x4111 to schedule a session for your department or group.