LASER SAFETY


THE LASER SAFETY OFFICER (LSO) ANSI Z136.1 specifies there shall be a designated LSO for all circumstances of


operation, maintenance and service for a Class 3B or Class 4 laser or laser system.


This person should have the authority and responsibility to monitor and enforce the control of laser hazards. This person is also responsible for the evaluation of laser hazards and the establishment of appropriate control measures.


The Laser Safety Officer (LSO) may be a full or part-time position depending on the demands of the laser environment. This person may be someone from occupational health and safety, industrial hygiene or similar safety related departments. The LSO may also be part of the engineering or production department. In any case, the LSO must be provided the appropriate training to properly establish and administer a laser safety program.


Some of the duties the LSO may perform include hazard evaluation and establishment of hazard zones, control measures and compliance issues, approval of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and maintenance/service procedures, approval of equipment and installations, safety training for laser personnel, recommendation and approval of personal protective equipment and other administrative responsibilities.


BULLETIN INFORMATION


FOR CLASS 3B AND 4 LASERS, A LASER SAFETY OFFICER SHALL BE DESIGNATED TO OVERSEE SAFETY.


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