Laser Safety Manual
Scope and Applicability
This manual applies to all personnel working at or visiting
ASU who procure or utilize Class III and Class IV lasers and laser
systems.
Procurement and user of Class I
and Class II laser equipment, such as laser pointers and compact
disk players, do not normally need to comply with the provisions of
the manual. Any servicing , modification, or other manipulation of
Class I and Class II systems resulting in access to laser radiation
from embedded Class III and Class IV does fall within the scope of
these manual, however. Under these conditions, the lasers will need
to be registered, users trained, and appropriate control measures
employed.
ASU procures and uses lasers
and laser containing equipment under regulations issued by the
Arizona Radiation Regulatory Agency (ARRA). Use of this equipment at
ASU is subject to inspection and review by personnel from ARRA. In
order to ensure compliance with Arizona regulations for the control
of laser radiation, it is essential that personnel understand and
follow provisions of this manual.
Arizona
Administrative Code (AAC) for Radiation Regulatory
Agency.
