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Definition
and Properties of Laser Light
How
a Laser Works
Laser
Types and Classifications
Laser Biological Hazards
Eyes
Skin
Non-Beam Laser Hazards
Protective Measures - Laser Safety
Protective Equipment
Path to Laser Operation
Test
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The Steps Below Are Your "Yellow Brick
Road" to Laser Operations at Ames Research Center
Path to Operate a
Laser or Laser System at NASA Ames Research Center
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All Personnel Complete Laser Safety Training
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All Personnel Read Chapter 8 of the Ames Health and Safety
Manual and Review the ANSI Standard Z136.1 (2000) for the Safe Use
of Lasers
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Submit a Laser Plan
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Laser inventory
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Manufacturer, Model, Serial No(s).
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Max Power (CW) or Energy (pulse)
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Type (e.g.; Nd:YAG, Argon, etc.)
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Wavelength
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Class (1, 2, 3a, 3b, 4)
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Pulse Width
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Pulse Rate
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Beam Diameter
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Divergence
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Experience Forms (DQS-29)
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Laser Eye Exams
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Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
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Alignment Procedures
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Normal Operating Procedures
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Specific Laser Safety Procedures (interlocks, safety
glasses, posting)
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Diagram of system showing layout, posting, interlocks,
etc.
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Click here 
to View a Sample SOP. When you are finished, use your
browser's BACK button to return to this page.
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Non-Ionizing Radiation Safety Committee Reviews and Approves
Laser Plan
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Laser Safety Officer/Committee Walk-Through of Laser Set-Up
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Letter and Laser Safety Permit Issued Approving Laser Operations
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Annually Renew Project
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Bi-Annually Renew Training
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