Laser Posting, Labeling and Room Control Measures Yes No NA Deficiency Noted
Entrances properly labeled and posted
Room security
Entryway interlock system
Entryway interlock system functioning
A door, blocking barrier, curtain, etc. at entry way
Protective Windows
Laser status indicator outside room
Equipment Labels
Engineering Safety Control Measures Yes No NA Deficiency Noted
Protective housing in place
Interlock on housing
Beam shutter present
Key control
Laser activation warning system (with emission delay) in place
Remote interlock connector (emergency shutoff) available
Laser secured to table
Laser optics secured to prevent stray beams
Enclosed beam path
Limited open beam path
Totally open beam path
Beam barriers in place
Beam stops in place
Beam intensity reduced through filtration
Reflective materials kept out of beam path
Remote monitoring/viewing devices
Administrative and Procedural Safety Control Measures Yes No NA Deficiency Noted
Standard operating procedures are available
Alignment procedures are available
Laser operated, maintained and serviced by authorized personnel
Spectator procedures are available
Permit holders/workers’ laser safety training completed
(general & specific) including certificate and record of training
Has homebuilt/modified laser/laser system been classified
Proper laser eye protection available
Proper skin protection available
Permit holders/workers’ eye examination completed
Non Beam Hazards Yes No NA Deficiency Noted
Cryogenic fluids in use
Compressed gas in use
Gas cylinders properly restrained
Laser generated air contaminant (LGAC) production
Electrical hazards
Collateral and plasma radiation hazard
Noise/vibration hazards
Proper disposal of chemical wastes
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