Procedure for the assessment of LASER Systems

The LASER system belongs to class 4 and is integrated into a machine (the LASER has been inserted by the manufacturer in a closed housing; the movements of the beam are guided through the machine).

Verify that the following actions have been implemented:

• appointment of a LASER Safety Officer ;
• creation of a LASER controlled area delimited by protective guards to prevent involuntary access to the LASER radiation, connected to the interlock system;
• display of hazard warning signs, indicating class and type of emitted radiation, at each entrance to the LASER controlled area;
• presence of the personal eye-protection equipment recommended by the manufacturer and by the LASER Safety Officer;
• absence of flammable objects or substances inside the LASER controlled area;
• absence of unnecessary reflecting surfaces  inside the LASER controlled area;
• presence of a key-operated switch for activating the equipment; 
• presence of labels, indicating class and type of emitted radiation, on the LASER and on the manual; 
• written procedures covering the correct use;
• written procedures covering the alignment (if required as part of the maintenance by the operators);
• training and information for the operators working on the device;
• training of all workers on specific LASER risks.

Result of the check:

• All conditions are met
• One or more conditions are not met