Laser Equipment
The primary hazard of using laser equipment is injury to
the eyes. Following are selected regulatory requirements.
A. Only qualified persons may operate laser equipment.
1801(a)
April 2007 Update (added)
Nonionizing Radiation.
1801(c): Employees who have a potential exposure to direct or
reflex laser light greater than 5 milliwatts shall be provided
with anti-laser eye protection as specified in Section
3382(e).
1801(d): Warning signs and labels (in accordance with ANSI) must be posted in areas where lasers are
used.
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B. Equipment must be turned off or shielded when unattended
and not in use.
1801(e)
C. Laser beams must never be pointed or directed at persons.
1801(g)
D. Lasers must have a label indicating their maximum output.
1801(i)
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