Laser Safety Training
Course description
This course will outline the importance of, and the techniques for using lasers safely. This is for general laser safety concepts and where specific training is required for lasers, this must be obtained form the manufacturer of the laser.
This topic will discuss:
- Types of Lasers
- Laser Specifications
- Laser Hazards
- Laser Control Measures
These topics are intended to increase awareness of laser hazards and risks and safety measures that must be taken to ensure safety of laser users and those that work around them.
Currently this is offered as an on request course. Please contact the University Laser Safety Officer, Matt Lindner on whs@flinders.edu.au to discuss.
Type of course
Workshop
Presenters
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Matt Lindner |
Who should attend
Staff, postgraduate and honours students who use powerful lasers in scientific experiments, surveying, alignments etc. Especially those that are using Class 3 or 4 Laser Equipment.
What you will learn
This course will outline the importance of, and the techniques for using lasers safely.
Prerequisites / assumed knowledge
Understanding of the uses of lasers
