Intended audience

This course is required initially for University personnel who work with or may be exposed to electromagnetic radiation produced by a Class 3B or Class 4 laser. This may include principal investigators, students, fellows, lab managers, or research staff.

Description

This course teaches the fundamentals of lasers including their hazards, characteristics, risks to the eyes and skin, and recommended safe work practices to minimize these risks. It also covers University of Washington-specific roles and responsibilities for laser operators, emergency procedures, and University of Washington-specific resources.

Regulations and resources

UW Laser Safety Program

WAC 296-62-09005

ANSI Z136.1 (2022) - Safe Use of Lasers

Accommodations and language services

The University of Washington is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodations to individuals who need them.

• To request a disability accommodation, please contact the UW Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 (V), 206-543-6452(TTY), or email at dso@uw.edu.
• To request safety training in a language other than English, please contact EH&S training at ehstrain@uw.edu and notify your supervisor. EH&S will work with you and your supervisor to arrange for interpretation or translation services.
• For other accommodation requests, please contact EH&S Training at ehstrain@uw.edu.