Laser Safety SOP Template - Princeton University



General Laser Safety Standard Operating Procedure (SOP)Principle Investigators are required to use the example outline below to develop an SOP for the use of class 3b and 4 lasers. The SOP will detail alignment, operation and maintenance procedures for each laser. Site and/or procedure specific non-beam hazards and their appropriate controls should be noted. Principle Investigator/Facility ManagerLocationDepartmentCore FacilityLaser ClassLaser Type1WavelengthPowerModelManufacturerSerial Number/ ID #1Laser Type, e.g., Argon, HE-Ne, Dye FORMCHECKBOX Attach a diagram of area layout?and indicate the location of the laser FORMCHECKBOX Attach a digital photo of all Class 4 lasers in the labImportant Contacts:Laser Safety OfficerPhone:Maintenance/RepairPhone:Medical EmergenciesPhone:Laser System FORMCHECKBOX Individual laser FORMCHECKBOX Commercially embedded laser system FORMCHECKBOX Custom-built laser systemBeam Path Characteristics FORMCHECKBOX Open FORMCHECKBOX Fully enclosed FORMCHECKBOX Partially enclosed FORMCHECKBOX Beam between sitting and standing heightHazards FORMCHECKBOX Unenclosed beam/ access to direct or scattered light FORMCHECKBOX Reflective material in beam path FORMCHECKBOX Ultraviolet radiation/Blue light exposure FORMCHECKBOX Flammable liquids FORMCHECKBOX Toxic and carcinogenic materials/waste (dyes, solvents, other) FORMCHECKBOX Flammability and toxic fume from laser exposure to plastic enclosure FORMCHECKBOX High voltage FORMCHECKBOX Cryogenic materials FORMCHECKBOX Compressed gasses FORMCHECKBOX Trip hazard FORMCHECKBOX Other: FORMCHECKBOX Other:Control MeasuresControlComments FORMCHECKBOX Entryway (door) interlocks or controls FORMCHECKBOX Lit sign interlocked with laser power supply FORMCHECKBOX Lit laser sign controlled by switch FORMCHECKBOX Mounted reversible sign: Green “Laser OFF, Safe to enter; Red “Laser ON, Do Not Enter; Other: FORMCHECKBOX Laser enclosure interlocks FORMCHECKBOX Laser housing interlocks FORMCHECKBOX Laser secured to base FORMCHECKBOX Emergency stop/panic button FORMCHECKBOX Master switch (operated by key or code) FORMCHECKBOX Nominal Hazard Zone (NHZ) clearly marked FORMCHECKBOX Grounded FORMCHECKBOX Beam stops/beam attenuators FORMCHECKBOX Protective barriers, curtains FORMCHECKBOX Windows covered where applicable FORMCHECKBOX No reflective surfaces near beam FORMCHECKBOX Warning signs FORMCHECKBOX Audible warning system FORMCHECKBOX Fire extinguisher available FORMCHECKBOX Emergency contact information located on door signage FORMCHECKBOX Extra eyewear available FORMCHECKBOX Other:Laser Protective EyewearEyewear should be clean and without scratches; store in case when not in use.It should be marked with appropriate wavelengths and optical density, which can be confirmed on the LIA website: this laser……wear this eyewearMake & Model#TypeWavelength(s)(nm)Wavelength(s)Attenuated (nm)Optical DensityMfg.ExampleNd:YAG1064,5321064,5325+UVEXLaser Operation FORMCHECKBOX Lasers should only be operated by authorized personnel who have received proper training for the operation of the laser within the last year by […..] FORMCHECKBOX Laser users should periodically read and always follow the SOPSpecific Laser OperationsAttach SOPs for all laser operations FORMCHECKBOX Entering laboratory FORMCHECKBOX Powering up laser FORMCHECKBOX Powering down laser FORMCHECKBOX Operating a laser scanning microscope FORMCHECKBOX Step-by-step procedures for laser system use during research protocol FORMCHECKBOX Alignment Procedure FORMCHECKBOX Alignment procedure is completed through a service provider:OPERATOR REVIEW:I have read and understood this procedure, its content, the EHS review below and attached addendum. I agree to follow this procedure each time I use the laser/laser system. Please be certain to read any addendums to this SOP prior to signing!NameSignatureDateEHS review: NameTitleDate ................
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