LUMENIS smart532 - 2.2.1. Laser Safety Officer

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UM-1151140EN, Rev. C, May 2016
Smart532
™
Laser Safety and Regulatory
2.2.1. Laser Safety
Officer
Large institutions are following the prescriptions of ANSI 136.3 and
EN 207 by setting up Laser Safety Committees and appointing Laser
Safety Officers to manage laser use. Even the smallest office should have
one person to act in the capacity of Laser Safety Officer.
ANSI Z136.3 and EN 207 require the Laser Safety Officer to fulfill the
following responsibilities:
1. Classify, or verify classification of, lasers and laser systems.
2. Evaluate hazards of laser treatment areas.
3. Assure that the prescribed control measures are in effect and
recommend or approve alternates when the primary ones are not
feasible.
4. Approve operational procedures, including any procedural checklists.
5. Recommend or approve protective equipment, and assure that it is
periodically inspected to ensure proper working order.
6. Approve wording on signs and equipment labels.
7. Approve installation and equipment prior to use, and modifications to
existing equipment and facilities.
8. Assure adequate safety education and training is provided for all
personnel.
The Laser Safety Officer may also assume other responsibilities, such as
keeping laser use and maintenance logs. The Laser Safety Officer should
become familiar with the periodic maintenance requirements in the
Maintenance chapter of this manual.
For detailed information refer to Section 2.10. - Compliance with
International Standards.