LSO

Overview of Laser Control Measures

ANSI Z136.1-2014 "Safe Use of Lasers" requires the application of control measures to reduce the possibility of exposure to laser radiation above the MPE. The LSO has the authority to monitor and enforce the control of laser hazards. There are 3 types of controls – Engineering, Administrative (Procedural) and Personal Protective Equipment.  Engineering controls are [...]

By |2019-05-02T14:34:35-04:00May 2nd, 2019|Laser Safety Rich|Comments Off on Overview of Laser Control Measures

Are Your Laser Signs Compliant?

When ANSI Z136.1 “Safe Use of Lasers” was revised in 2014, one of the most significant changes was laser sign design.  Over the past 20+ years I’ve visited many facilities ranging from universities to industrial plants and medical facilities.  I find more often than not laser signs are not compliant with ANSI.  So – here’s [...]

By |2019-02-28T16:09:11-05:00February 28th, 2019|Laser Safety Rich|Comments Off on Are Your Laser Signs Compliant?

Being Prepared for OSHA

I was having a conversation with a colleague last week and the topic of OSHA came up regarding onsite visits and laser safety. An OSHA inspector may be visiting you for any number of reasons and may notice you are using lasers at your facility – a known hazard. OSHA has been known to cite [...]

By |2019-02-20T13:36:11-05:00February 20th, 2019|Laser Safety Rich|Comments Off on Being Prepared for OSHA

10 Steps for a LaserSmart™ Program

Having been involved in laser safety and laser safety training for 25 years, I've met a lot of Laser Safety Officers.  Most of these LSOs are newly appointed and have little or no experience with laser safety.  More often than not, one of the first questions I get is "What the heck am I supposed [...]

By |2019-02-11T15:47:36-05:00February 11th, 2019|Laser Safety Rich|Comments Off on 10 Steps for a LaserSmart™ Program
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