Laser Safety Awareness

Course Description 

Lasers can present a variety of potentially serious hazards, including hazardous biological or chemical fumes given off by materials being lased and injury to the eyes and the skin from laser radiation.   Lethal electrical and fire hazards can also be present with high-powered lasers.   This course outlines the hazards of lasers and how to work safely with and around them. 

Course Objectives  

• Describe the properties of laser light. 
• Identify the potential hazards associated with lasers and their use.
• Describe how to conduct a laser hazard evaluation.
• Recognize the laser hazard classes.
• Identify safety precautions when working with lasers.
• Understand the responsibilities of the Laser Safety Officer.

Course Duration

14 minutes

Target Audience 

Managers, supervisors, engineers, technicians, or any individual working directly with this equipment or product  

Requisite Knowledge 

None