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Risk Assessments

Risk for Lasers

In line with the Management of Health & Safety at Work regulations, the risks associated with laser systems must be suitably and sufficiently assessed. The purpose of the assessment is to systematically identify all hazards associated with the laser system and assess the risk arising from both normal and/or non-routine use.

    • Guidance on performing laser risk assessments - (Appendix 6) (42kb)
    • Summary of the laser beam hazards to the eye and the skin (Appendix 7) (10kb)
    • Classification of lasers - (Appendix 8) (14kb)
    • Link to MPE, NOHD and Eyewear Calculation Software
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    • Risk assessment example (93kb)
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Useful Links

  • AURPO Laser Guidance
  • BS EN 60825
  • BS EN 207
  • BS EN 208
  • BS EN 50448
  • HPA Laser Site
  • Rockwell laser Accident Database
  • Laser Safety Main Page
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08 Mar 13
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