Responsibilities
Definitions of Classes of Lasers
Assistance in Laser-Related Problems
Training
Eye Protection
Medical Surveillance
Written Procedures
Engineering Controls for Laser Systems
Control of Laser Areas
Posting and Warning Systems for Laser Controlled Areas
Projection of Beams Outdoors or in Public Areas
Ancillary Hazards
UV Lasers
Inventory, Acquisition and Transfer (Disposal)

The procedures have been written with a view to affording the user as much freedom in the conduct of his or her work as is reasonable, given safety and legal restraints. A significant amount of information is included in this Manual and in the "Laser Safety Guide," published by the Laser Institute of America, which are provided to all investigators and operators to assist in addressing safety problems. The Radiation Safety Officer (RSO), in Environmental Health & Safety should be consulted for explanations or additional laser safety information.