Laser Safety
The objective of the Arkansas State University's Laser Safety Program are to assist in fulfilling the University's commitment to provide a safe and healthy environment for employment and learning and to establish and promote safe practices at all times. Protection of employees, students, the public, and university property and operations are paramount, and every attempt will be made to ensure that our facilities are as free as possible from recognized hazards.

Questions should be directed to the EHS director at mdooley@astate.edu.

Laser Registration Form
Laser Registration Form

Laser Safety Manual
ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR LASER SAFETY 1.0 INTRODUCTION Arkansas State University (A-State) is committed to the safety and well-being of its employees, students, and affiliated workers and to complying with all national standards in the use of lasers in its research and educational programs. 2.0 PURPOSE The purpose of this manual is to ensure the safe use of lasers at A-State by identifying hazards, providing medical surveillance, and providing laser safety training for individuals using lasers. 3.0 DEFINITIONS ANSI. American National Standards Institute Class 1 Laser. Low-power lasers and laser systems that cannot emit laser radiation levels greater than the Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE). Class 1 lasers and laser systems are incapable of causing eye damage. Class 2 Lasers. Visible, low power lasers or laser systems that are incapable of causing eye damage unless they are viewed directly for an extended period (greater than 1000 seconds). 3. Class 3 Lasers. Medium-power lasers and laser systems capable of causing eye damage with short duration (<0.25 s) exposures to the direct or specularly reflected beam. Includes Class 3a and 3b lasers. Class 3a Lasers. Lasers or laser systems that normally would not be hazardous if viewed for only momentary periods with the unaided eye. They may present a hazard if viewed using collecting optics. Class 3b Lasers. Laser or laser systems that can be hazardous if viewed directly. This includes intrabeam viewing or specular reflections. Class 4 Lasers. High powered lasers and laser systems capable of causing severe eye damage with short-duration (<0.25 s) exposures to the direct, specularly reflected, or diffusely reflected beam. Class 4 lasers and laser systems are also capable of causing severe skin damage and igniting flammable and combustible materials. Laser System Groupings. Lasers and laser systems are grouped according to their capacity to cause injury, and specific controls are then described for each group.1 Information on the label 1 Lasers manufactured after August 1, 1976, are classified and labeled by the manufacturer. October 6, 2022 2 must include class, the maximum output power, the pulsed duration (if pulsed), and the laser medium or emitted wavelengths. Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE). The level of laser radiation to which a person may be exposed without hazardous effect or adverse biological changes in the eye or skin. The criteria for MPE for the eye and skin are detailed in Section 8 of ANSI Z136.1-2014. MSDS. Material Safety Data Sheet – available on the EH&S homepage. 4.0 APPLICABILITY The requirements and recommended details of this policy are applicable to all lasers used by AState employees, students, and unaffiliated workers in research and instructional laboratories 5.0 REGULATIONS A-State has adopted the American National Standard for the Safe Use of Lasers: ANSIZ136.1- 2014. ANSI Z136.1-2014 is recognized as a minimum standard for laser safety. A copy of the A-State Laser Safety Manual must be available in each department using Class 3b or Class 4 lasers. A copy of ANSI 2136.1-2014 or later applicable edition is available in the Radiation Safety Office and in the Office of Environmental Health and Safety. 6.0 POLICY 6.1 Training Only qualified and authorized personnel are permitted to operate a laser. All employees, students, and/or unaffiliated workers who are required to operate lasers must read the Laser Safety Policies and Procedures and receive initial and annual laser safety training. The Principal Investigator determines the employee’s operational qualification from departmental or technical training or other acceptable learning experience. Before operating a Class 3 or Class 4 laser, or a Class 1 laser system that encloses a Class 3 or Class 4 laser, a person must: review the Laser Safety Policies and Procedures. The Principal Investigator or Lab Supervisor must provide a thorough review of the laser equipment to be used and the standard operating procedures for the specific equipment to be used. S/he moreover must ensure that a new user reads the operating and safety instructions furnished by the manufacturer before operating the equipment. 6.2 Medical Surveillance Most lasers are capable of causing eye injury to anyone who looks directly into the beam or specular reflections. In addition, diffuse reflection of a high-power laser beams can burn exposed skin, ignite flammable materials, and activate toxic chemicals that release hazardous fumes, gases, debris, and radiation. The equipment and optical apparatus required to produce the lasing action and control and direct the laser beam also introduce additional hazards associated with October 6, 2022 3 water, high voltage, high pressure, cryogenics, noise, radiation, and toxic gases. Consequently, medical surveillance is required as follows: • Individuals operating Class 1, 2, and 3a lasers are exempt from eye exams as are laser users who terminate his/her work in the laser laboratory unless the employee has had a know laser injury to the eye. • Laser operators or individuals who will work in areas where there may be exposure to laser radiation from a Class 3b or Class 4 laser are required to have had a baseline eye examination two years prior to using the laser. • An eye exam is required in the event of exposure or suspected exposure incident. 6.3 Exposure Incidents If an exposure incident occurs, the LSO must be notified by the Principal Investigator or by the person operating the laser. If the incident causes an injury or could potentially have caused an injury, the person or persons who have received an exposure should inform their supervisors and have eye exams performed. Contact the LSO for a doctor’s appointment. Laser Safety personnel will conduct an investigation, and an incident report will be written. 6.4 Laser Hazards Before appropriate controls can be selected and implemented, laser radiation hazards must be identified and evaluated. It is the responsibility of the Principal Investigator who operates or supervises the operation of the laser to correctly identify the class of the laser and apply the concomitant controls. Refer to either ANSI Z136.1- 2014 or contact the LSO for additional information. Types of hazards include: • Eye: Acute exposure of the eye to lasers of certain wavelengths and power can cause corneal or retinal burns (or both). Chronic exposure to excessive levels may cause corneal or lenticular opacities (cataracts) or retinal injury. • Skin: Acute exposure to high levels of optical radiation may cause skin burns; while carcinogenesis may occur for ultraviolet and near ultraviolet wavelengths. • Chemical: Some lasers require hazardous or toxic substances to operate (i.e., chemical dye, Excimer lasers). • Electric shock: Most lasers produce high voltages that can be lethal. • Fire hazards: The solvents used in dye lasers are flammable. High voltage pulse or flash lamps may cause ignition. Flammable materials may be ignited by direct beams or specular reflections from high power continuous wave (CW) infrared lasers. • Water Hazards: In general, lasers are water-cooled, so flooding is a possibility. Hose connections should be checked regularly. October 6, 2022 4 7.0 ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibility for the administration of the safety standards contained herein rests with the Chancellor of the University or the President's designee and is directly overseen by the Associate Vice Chancellor for Research. The Laser Safety Officer (LSO) is responsible for the implementation of the appropriate safety standards. The LSO shall be an individual with the authority and responsibility to monitor and enforce the control of laser hazards, and to effect the knowledgeable evaluation and control of laser hazards. The laser program will be the responsibility of Laser Safety Officer with oversight by Radiation Safety Committee (RSC). The RSC will review and approve all principal investigators, laser registration forms, laser acquisition forms, will operate a comprehensive laser safety program, and make policy recommendations to the University administration. Principal Investigators are responsible for: • The immediate supervision of lasers in the laboratory. • Providing, implementing, and enforcing the safety recommendations and requirements prescribed in this program. • Classifying and labeling all of their lasers. • Completing a Laser Registration Form and sending it to the Laser Safety Officer. • Training and documenting all employees who work with and around Class 2a, 2, 3a, 3b, and 4 lasers in the safe use of lasers. • Registering for the Medical Surveillance program for users of Class 3b and Class 4 lasers. • Notifying the LSO immediately in the event of an exposure to a Class 3b or Class 4 laser. Laser Operators are responsible for: • Following laboratory alignment, operational, safety, and maintenance Standard Operating Procedures. • Reading additional safety instructions in laser equipment operators’ manuals. • Keeping the Principal Investigator fully informed of any departure from established safety procedures. This includes notification of an exposure incident. • Reading the University’s Laser Safety Manual, and becoming familiar with its contents. • Registering for the Medical Surveillance program for users of Class 3b and Class 4 lasers. The Laser Safety Officer or his/her representative will: • Maintain an inventory of all Class 3b and Class 4 lasers. Classify or verify classification if necessary. • Be responsible for hazard evaluation of laser work areas, including the establishment of Nominal Hazard Zones. • Approve standard operating procedures, alignment procedures and other control measures. • Provide consultative services on evaluation and control of laser hazards and worker training programs. October 6, 2022 5 • Inspect all Class 3b and Class 4 lasers for compliance at least annually with ASU Laser Safety Program. Ensure any required corrective action is taken. • Suspend, restrict or terminate the operation of a laser or laser system without adequate hazard controls, and advise Laser Safety Committee of such action. • Approve wording on area signs and equipment labels. • Maintain records required by various regulatory bodies. Ensure records are maintained of medical examinations and training has been provided. • Investigate incidents involving potentially harmful laser exposures. The Laser Safety Committee will: • Develop and promulgate policies and procedures regarding laser safety within the university; • Review and grant permission for, or disapprove, the use of laser equipment of Class 3 or • higher for experimental, routine, or non-routine uses within the university from the • standpoint of health and safety of experimenters, students, and staff, and the general public; • Recommend candidates to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Research for the position of University Laser Safety Officer; • Outline the duties of the Laser Safety Officer; • Insure compliance with laser safety standards, including federal and state regulations, and • non-regulatory standards as outlined in the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Z136 series of laser safety standards; • Review annual reports from the LSO regarding personnel training records, laser hazard control measures, laser safety inspections, and other matters concerning use and operational hazards of lasers. • Investigate alleged infractions of safety rules or improper use of laser equipment brought to their attention by the radiation safety officer or other responsible personnel; and recommend remedial action to correct such infractions. : 8.0 PROCEDURES 8.1 Eye Protection Principal Investigators and/or staff who operate or supervise the operation of a laser are responsible for determining the need for laser eye protection for a particular laser. If required, eye protection will be provided by the supervisor for staff and visitors to the area. The booklet "Guide for Selection of Laser Eye Protection” produced by the Laser Institute of America may provide assistance in eyewear selection. Check with your Principal Investigator or the LSO for a copy. 8.2 Power Levels The minimum laser radiant energy or laser power level required for the application should always be used. 8.3 Beam Control October 6, 2022 6 To minimize direct eye exposure, observe these precautions: • Do not intentionally look directly into the laser beam or at a specular reflection, regardless of • its power. • Terminate the beam path at the end of its useful path. • Locate the beam path at a point other than eye level when standing or when sitting at a desk. • Orient the laser so that the beam is not directed toward entry doors or aisles. • Minimize specular reflections. • Securely mount the laser system on a stable platform to maintain the beam in a fixed position during operation and limit beam traverse during adjustments. • Confine primary beams and dangerous reflections to the optical table. • Clearly identify beam paths and ensure that they do not cross populated areas or traffic paths. • When the beam path is not totally enclosed, locate the laser system so that the beam will be outside the normal eye-level range, which is between 1.2 to 2 meters from the floor. A beam path that exits from a controlled area must be enclosed where the beam irradiance exceeds the MPE. 8.4 Warning Signs for Low-Power Lasers Post "CAUTION-LOW POWER LASER" signs at each entrance to the operating area. If the laser has not been labeled by the manufacturer, attach a label to the laser with its classification and relevant warning information. (Refer to the ANSI Z136.1-2014 for further guidance on control measures for various classifications of lasers.) 8.5 Standard Operating Procedures for Class 3b and 4 Lasers • All Principal Investigators are required to write standard operating procedures (SOP) for all laser operations involving Class 3b and Class 4 lasers. The SOP must detail alignment, operation, safety, and maintenance procedures. The SOP should be posted or attached to the inside surface of the lab door. Other unusual operating circumstances may require additional procedures. Contact the Laser Safety Officer for assistance. • A log must be maintained showing periods of use, service, maintenance, and incidents. • A laser classification label must be conspicuously affixed to the laser housing. • Each entrance must be posted with a danger sign in accordance with ANSI Z136.1-2014. • Entrances to laboratories with Class 3b or 4 lasers shall have a warning sign. And • All protective enclosures that surround laser devices and high-voltage electrical sources must be equipped with interlocks to prevent operation of the equipment when enclosures are not in place. Interlocks must be tested monthly to ensure that they are operational. Interlocks must be designed so that after they are actuated, the capacitor banks, shutters, or power supplies cannot be re-energized except by manually resetting the system. A written record must be kept of each test in the log book (see section 12.3). October 6, 2022 7 • The responsible individual in a laser area controlled by a warning light is permitted to momentarily override (bypass) interlocks to allow access of authorized persons if all of the following conditions are met: o There is no laser radiation hazard at the point of entry. o The necessary protective devices are worn by the personnel entering the area. o An interlock bypass circuit is designed into the interlock control system. o This bypass circuit must only be operated from inside the interlocked area. It must delay no more than 15 seconds before shutting down the system. • If interlocks are not feasible, the Principal Investigator may consider the use of alarms, voice warnings, danger lights, door locks, key cards, or extensive security. The Laser Safety Officer and the Laser Safety Committee must be consulted in choosing alternatives to interlocks. • Laser laboratories and controlled areas must be designed so that personnel can enter and leave under emergency conditions. • Lasers must have a master switch with a key or coded access that prevents use once the key has been removed or a code has been entered. The key must not be left in the control panel when he laser is not in use. • An alarm, a warning light, or a verbal "countdown" command must be used during activation and start up. • Lasers must have a permanently attached beam stop or attenuator and emission delays. • Laser-controlled areas shall be established which have limited access and shielding sufficient to contain or direct scattered radiation. Access to the area during laser operation requires the permission of the responsible operator. • Class 3b and 4 infrared laser beams with a wavelength greater than or equal to 710 nm must be terminated with fire resistant material. • Securely fasten all mirrors, prisms, beam stops, etc. in the beam path. Ensure that the laser is also securely fastened. • Circuit breakers must be identified for each laser. • The entire beam path of Class 3 and Class 4 lasers, including the target area, should be surrounded by an enclosure equipped with interlocks that prevent operation of the laser system unless the enclosure is properly secured. When total enclosure of the laser beam path is not practical, both the non-enclosed laser beam and any strong reflections must be terminated at the end of their useful paths using such devices as backstops, shields or beam traps. • Materials that diffusely reflect laser radiation must be used in place of specularly reflective surfaces wherever possible. • To minimize personnel exposure, specularly reflecting surfaces that are needed for beampath control should be enclosed or shielded. • Ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) lasers that emit invisible beams require additional • Controls including the following: o Visual or audible beam-warning devices must be installed in areas where personnel may be exposed to radiation in excess of the MPE. These warning devices must be clearly identified and visible from all areas of potential exposure. o Shielding must be installed that will attenuate UV radiation to levels below the MPE for the wavelength being used. October 6, 2022 8 o Hazardous concentrations of by-products formed by the reaction of intense UV radiation with materials in the area must be controlled. o IR beam enclosures and backstops must be fabricated of IR-absorbent material and must also be fire-resistant. • Controlled laser areas must be surveyed by the user both initially and when beam path changes are made to locate and identify direct and reflected beams that exceed the MPE. Shielding may be required to limit unwanted radiation. • Personnel must never look directly into any laser beam. • High powered laser optical systems must never be aligned by direct beam viewing if the radiant exposure or irradiance exceeds the MPE. • Use low-power lasers, diffuse reflectors, image-retaining screens, exposed Polaroid film, and other devices that will minimize eye exposure. • Using optical systems such as cameras, telescopes, microscopes, etc., to view laser beams may increase the eye hazard. Therefore, all collecting optics must incorporate suitable means (such as interlocks, filters, or attenuators) to prevent eye exposures above the MPE. • Laser protective eye wear shall be worn whenever MPE levels may be exceeded. However, it is good practice to always wear eye protection when lasers are in use. In general, eye wear provides protection over a narrow range of the laser spectrum. Eye wear designed for protection at one wavelength may afford little or no protection at another wavelength. Consult eye wear manufacturers and the LSO for proper selection of protective eye wear. • Laser protective eye wear must be approved by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and clearly labeled with optical densities and wavelengths for which protection is afforded. Eye wear must be inspected periodically by the user for pitting and cracking of the attenuating material, and for mechanical integrity and light leaks in the frame. • Protection for the skin may be afforded through the use of clothing to cover normally exposed skin areas. • Protective equipment is no substitute for common sense and the use of good safety practices. • When lasers are to be left unattended, de-energize the power supplies or capacitor banks and remove the keys from power switches or master interlocks to prevent unauthorized activation of the equipment. • The operation of unattended lasers is only allowed when a specific SOP has been written and approved by the Principal Investigator and the Laser Safety Committee. • Occasionally, it may be necessary to remove protective enclosures or override equipment interlocks or other safety devices for service adjustments, maintenance, special training exercises, etc. In these instances, a temporary controlled laser area must be set up. Specific methods for handling situations of this type must be described in the SOP. • Because the area will not have all the standard safety features, the SOP must describe provisions for protecting personnel who could potentially be exposed. • When the entire beam path is not fully enclosed, restrict access into the area to persons wearing proper protective equipment. Make sure that all optical paths from the restricted access area are adequately covered to prevent escape of laser radiation greater than the MPE for the eye. Refer to the ANSI Z136.1-2014 and Table 10 of this manual for further guidance on control measures for various classifications of lasers. October 6, 2022 9 8.6 Converting to a Class 1 Enclosed Laser Any laser or laser system can be converted to a Class 1 enclosed laser by including all of the following controls in the laser system design. These controls will effectively enclose the laser, thus preventing personal contact with emitted radiation while permitting unrestricted access into the area. Approval must be obtained from the Laser Safety Committee in order to convert a Class 3b or Class 4 laser to a Class 1 enclosed laser. Users of these converted Class 1 lasers must still attend annual laser safety training. • House the laser system within a protective enclosure to prevent escape of laser radiation above the MPE. • The protective housing must prevent personnel access to the laser system during normal operations. • Personnel entering the enclosure to perform maintenance or adjustment tasks must be made aware of the higher risk laser class. • Install safety interlocks wherever the protective enclosure can be opened, removed or displaced. When activated, these interlocks must prevent a beam with a radiant energy above the MPE from leaving the laser or laser system. Service adjustments or maintenance work performed on the laser system must not render the interlocks inoperable or cause exposure levels outside the enclosure to exceed the MPE, unless work is performed in a laser area with limited access and appropriate safeguards, supervision, and control. • The protective enclosure and the laser system must be designed and fabricated so that if a failure occurs, the system will continue to meet the requirements for an enclosed laser operation. • Modifications to commercial laser systems must be evaluated. Contact the LSO for an evaluation. If the modifications decrease the safety controls, an SOP will be required. • Attenuated Viewing Windows: Use viewing windows containing a suitable filter material that will attenuate the transmitted laser radiation to levels below the MPE under all conditions of operation. • Label the enclosure with "CAUTION-ENCLOSED LASER” signs and attach a label directly to the laser which gives the laser classification in the absence of the enclosure. Make sure that the label can be seen immediately when the enclosure is opened. 8.7 Controlling Associated Hazards Many chemical and physical hazards other than laser radiation can be found in the laser area that must also be adequately controlled as follows: • Electrical Equipment and Systems. Always be aware of the high risk of injury and fire in laser operations because of the presence of electrical power sources. The installation, operation, and maintenance of electrical equipment and systems must conform to existing standards. Contact Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) for assistance. October 6, 2022 10 • Lighting. Adequate lighting is necessary in controlled areas. If lights are extinguished during laser operation, provide control switches in convenient locations or install a radiocontrolled switch. 3. Luminescent strips should be used to identify table and equipment corners, switch locations, aisles, etc. When ambient light is not sufficient for safe egress from a laser area during an electrical power failure, install emergency lighting. • Ionizing and Non-ionizing Radiation. Laser operations may involve ionizing radiation that originates from the presence of radioactive materials or the use of electrical power in excess of 15kV. If radioactive material is present in the laser system, "CAUTIONRADIOACTIVE MATERIAL" sign must be prominently displayed. If X-rays are generated a CAUTION-X-RAYS" sign must be prominently displayed. Microwave and radio frequency (RF) fields may be generated by laser systems or support equipment. Contact the Radiation Safety Office at 753-1093 to obtain an evaluation of these hazards before starting an operation. • Hazardous Materials. Bring only those hazardous materials into the laser area that are needed for the operation. Do not allow laser beams and strong reflections to impinge on combustible materials, explosives, highly flammable liquids or gases or substances that decompose into highly toxic products under elevated temperatures, without providing adequate controls. Conduct or sponsor tests that establish the effects of beam interactions with hazardous materials. Test results can be used to determine safe parameters for laser operation. All hazardous materials must be properly used, stored and controlled. Consult Material Safety Data Sheets, and EH&S for additional information. • Dyes and Solutions. Dye lasers normally use a lasing medium composed of a complex fluorescent organic dye dissolved in an organic solvent. These dyes vary greatly in toxicity, mutagenicity, and potential carcinogenicity. Most solvents suitable for dye solutions are flammable and toxic by inhalation and/or skin absorption. Prepare and handle dye-solutions inside a chemical fume hood. Wear a lab coat, eye protection and gloves. Pressure-test all dye laser components before using dye solutions. Pay particular attention to tubing connections. Install spill pans under pumps and reservoirs. Be alert to contaminated parts. Keep dye-mixing areas clean. Obtain Material Safety Data Sheets from EH&S for all dyes and solvents. And use in accordance with those instructions. • Water. In general, lasers are water-cooled, so flooding is a possibility. Check hose connections regularly

Laser Standard Operating Procedure Template
CONTENTS: (1) Purpose (2) Scope (3) Definitions (4) Responsibilities (5) Safety Requirements (6) Training (7) Procedure for Laser Use (8) Deficiencies (9) Laser Inventory and Specs 1. PURPOSE 1.1 The purpose of this procedure is to outline the process for safe use of class 3b and 4 infrared lasers in XXXXXXXXX. 2. SCOPE 2.1 This procedure applies to all users of class 3b and 4 lasers in XXXXXXXXX. 3. DEFINITIONS 3.1 Laser: Any class 3b and 4 laser used in XXXXXXXXX 3.2 SOP: Standard Operating Procedure 3.3 Laser Owner/Operator: The person who purchased or owns the laser. This individual is responsible for the operation and management of the laser. 3.4 Laser User: Anyone who will use a class 3b and 4 laser 3.5 PPE: Personal Protective Equipment 3.6 Critical Deficiency: Failure to comply with a safety requirement that puts any person in a situation that is immediately dangerous to life or health. 3.7 Non-compliant Deficiency: Failure to comply with a safety requirement that does not put any person in a situation that is immediately dangerous to life or health. Arkansas State University Subject: Class 3b and 4 LASER use Issuing Dept: Issue Date: Replaces: Approval: Page No. Melissa Dooley, EHS Director 2 of 4 4. RESPONSIBILITIES 4.1 Laser Owner/Operator 4.1.1 Supervise users of class 3b and 4 lasers to ensure safe use. 4.1.2 Ensure all recommended safety procedures and devices are in place before the laser is used. 4.1.3 Ensure all laser users are properly trained before using the laser. 4.2 Laser Users 4.2.1 Complete training on laser use before using laser. 4.2.2 Read this SOP before using the laser and annually thereafter. 4.2.3 Follow all recommended safety practices regarding laser use. 4.3 Environmental Health and Safety 4.3.1 Recommend safety procedures and devices based on industry best practices. 4.3.2 Perform annual audit of laser use in athletics training to ensure compliance. 4.3.3 Follow-up on noted deficiencies according to this SOP. 5. SAFETY REQUIREMENTS 5.1 All of the following safety requirements must be in place before laser use is permitted: 5.2 Add any necessary safety requirements. Examples are below 5.2.1 Safety eyewear that will block the wavelength of laser light must be available and worn by both the laser user and any other individuals in the room. 5.2.1.1 Safety eyewear must be cleaned according to the manufacturer instructions after each use. Arkansas State University Subject: Class 3b and 4 LASER use Issuing Dept: Issue Date: Replaces: Approval: Page No. Melissa Dooley, EHS Director 3 of 4 5.2.2 A curtain that will reduce the intensity of laser light to safe levels must surround the laser user and patient while the laser is in use. 5.2.3 No reflective surfaces shall be exposed inside the curtain while the laser is in use. This includes the use of cell phones, tablets, music players or other reflective surfaces. 5.2.4 An ANSI approved laser “DANGER” sign shall be applied to the outside of the door. A similar sign shall also be outside of the curtain while the laser is in use. 5.2.5 A laser safety checklist shall be available and filled out prior to each laser use. A notebook of ALL filled laser safety checklists shall be kept on file with this SOP. 6. TRAINING 6.1 All personnel that will use the laser shall be trained. 6.2 Training includes all of the following: 6.2.1 Training through the Laser Institute of America for medical use of lasers at the following link: https://www.lia.org/. A copy of the certificate generated at the end of the training shall be attached to the end of this SOP. 6.2.2 Training for students/laser users is available in Taleo Learn. This can be found on your my.Astate page. 6.2.3 Reading this SOP and signing the bottom as an indication that the SOP has been read and understood. 6.3 All training must be completed before laser use is permitted. 6.4 All laser users must read the SOP on an annual basis and sign indicating that the user has done so. 7. LASER USE PROCEDURE 7.1 Put you laser use procedure here 8. DEFICIENCIES 8.1 Deficiencies are classified as non-compliant and critical. Arkansas State University Subject: Class 3b and 4 LASER use Issuing Dept: Issue Date: Replaces: Approval: Page No. Melissa Dooley, EHS Director 4 of 4 8.2 Critical deficiencies must be corrected within 24 hours to ensure continued permitted use of the laser. Failure to correct these deficiencies will result in loss of laser use privileges until the deficiencies have been corrected. 8.3 Non-compliant deficiencies must be corrected within 2 weeks. If these more minor deficiencies have not been corrected by this time frame upon revisit, one additional week will be given. Failure to address deficiencies within this time frame could result in revocation of laser use privileges until the deficiencies have been corrected 9. LASER INVENTORY AND SPECS Example: Location: Athletics PT Room 105E ASPEN Laser Class 4 – GA21-V3972 Location Athletics PT Room 105 RichMar AutoSound 7.6 – Class 3b – A-State ID 074940 Location: Arena PT Room RichMar TheraTouch Class 3b - RM14261790355