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Laser Incident Statistics
Statistical data gathered by LIA concludes that the most common
laser incidents are caused by Nd:Yag (29.7%) and Argon (20.5%)
lasers. More importantly are the occupations which are involved.
Out of 12 categories, scientists are involved in 17.6% of
laser incidents, second only to technicians (21.3%). Doctors
and Nurses include 9.2% of all incidents, 5th highest
of all categories.
What are the causes?
- Unanticipated eye exposure during improper alignment
procedures.
- Available eye protection is not often used.
- Improper methods of handling high voltage lead
to severe shock and even death.
- Protection for non-beam hazards is often lacking.
- Improper restoration of equipment following service.
- Incorrect eyewear selection and/or
eyewear failure.
- Equipment malfunction.
* It only takes 0.25 seconds(time required
for the blink response) with a direct hit from a high powered
laser to damage your eyesight. Don’t become a statistic,
protect your eyes.
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