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Internet Links to other Laser Safety Resources
The University of Maryland, College Park developed their own
laser safety program through the Department of Environmental
Safety, Radiation Safety Division. Click here to view their
policy:
http://www.des.umd.edu/rs/laser/index.html
The Laser Institute
of America (LIA) - the professional membership society
working toward the safe use of lasers. They publish the
ANSI Z136 series of laser safety standards, which are
recognized by OSHA as the authoritative documents for
the safe use of lasers.
The Center for
Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) , a division
of the FDA, provides
the public with assurance that medical devices do not
cause unnecessary human exposure to man made radiation.
This includes medical, occupational and consumer products. Here’s
a link to Safety Alerts, Public Health Advisories, and
Notices from FDA about Manufacturers and Users of Lasers
for Refractive Surgery.
The American Society for Laser
Medicine and Surgery, Inc. - A membership society
dedicated to promoting research, education and high standards
of clinical care in the field of medical laser applications.
OSHA
Technical Links- over 50 links to Laser Hazard Recognition,
Evaluation, Control, Compliance, Training, and other
resources. Probably the most comprehensive listing of
laser hazard information on the internet.
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