Introduction
Lasers and LEDs are so powerful that their utilization can be dangerous. At work, what are the safety rules to apply to protect oneself and others?
Objectives
- Provide basic knowledge on laser hazards, risks and their control.
- Introduce US and European laser safety regulation / laser classes.
- Introduce Laser Safety Software for maximum permissible exposure (MPE) and other quantities calculation.
Target audience
Scientists and technicians in charge of laser servicing, testing and maintenance, staff in charge of safety, current and future lasers’ users as well as those wishing to extend their knowledge on laser safety.
Program
Understanding of lasers (basis and types)
- Lasing fundamentals, laser light properties
- CW versus pulsed lasers
- Examples of lasers used in research, industry and medicine
Understanding of laser hazards
- Beam hazards. Primary sites of damages
- Collateral hazards
- Examples of accidents
Laser hazards evaluation
- Laser classes. American and European regulations.
Risk Management insights
- Demonstration of dedicated laser software
- Role of laser officer
- Human factors in laser safety
- SUVA insurance regarding laser safety
Laser controls
- Engineering control measures
- Examples of laser setups : technical and organizational
- Mitigation measures
- Protective Equipment. How to choose right laser safety glasses / goggles ?
- Practical cases: Visit of selected laser laboratories at EPFL
This same course will also be given in French on April 14-15, 2011
Steering Committee
EPFL,Group of Chemical and Physical Safety and Group of Occupational Safety and Health
Program Director : MER Dr Thierry Meyer
Executive Director : Dr Amela Groso
Fee
CHF 1200.-
Contacts
Academic matters: protraining
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Administrative matters: Formation Continue UNIL-EPFL
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