Class 3B and 4 lasers can present a variety of hazards to both personnel operating the lasers and others through exposure to direct or reflected beams. Additional hazards such as exposure to high voltage power supplies, gas and vapor exposure, noise expo sure and fire hazards must also be considered and factored into laser lab designs and safe operating procedures. This section applies to the acquisition, use, transfer, and disposal of all Class 3B and 4 lasers at NCSU. For medical applications, ANSI Z136.3, Laser Safety in Health Care Facilities, should also be consulted.
Lasers Use Requirements:
- Laser Registration Form
- Laser Safety Manual
- Laser SOP Template (Download only)
- Design Specifications for Class 4 Laser Laboratories
Laser Safety Guidelines:
- Laser Eye Protection (LEP): A selection guide
- Laser Safety Manual: Glossary
- Laser Disposal Guide
- Properly Mounting Laser Curtains to Walls
- Guidelines for Safe beam Alignment
- A guide to good laser work practices
- A guide to laser lab design or how to avoid problems when setup your lab
- Laser Cutter / Engraver Safety
- Laser Pointer Safety Recommendations
Laser Safety Audits:
- Laser Safety Audit Form (electronic)
- Laser Interlock Test procedures
- FDA-CDRH Laser Product Checklist
Laser Signs and Forms:
- Laser signs
- Authorized laser users / operators Form
- Laser Safety Audit Form (paper version)
Additional sources of non-ionizing radiation exposure exist in our laboratories: