Laser Users
Individual laser users must
be aware of and responsible for:
- Attending laser safety
training sessions as determined by the hazard classification of the
laser they intend to operate (see "Training," in Section 2, page 27).
- Reviewing, understanding
and complying with the laser safety procedures prior to operating their
laser system.
- Wearing required protective
equipment, such as approved eyewear and protective clothing. Maintaining
engineering controls (e.g., interlocks not defeated) on the laser system
as designed, specified and approved by the laser manufacturer, or the
principal investigator, in consultation with the LSO. Assuring that
safety features which are not functioning properly are reported to the
principal investigator.
- Promptly reporting the details
of any accident involving a laser to the principal investigator.