Barat K. (Ed.) Laser Safety: Tools and Training

CRC Press, Taylor & Francis Group, Boca Raton, FL, 2009, 400 pages, ISBN: 1420068547Lasers perform many unique functions in a plethora of applications, but there are many inherent risks with this continually burgeoning technology. Laser Safety: Tools and Training presents simple, effective ways for users in a variety of facilities to evaluate the hazards of any laser procedure and ensure they are following documented laser safety standards.Designed for use as either a stand-alone volume or a supplement to Laser Safety Management, this text includes fundamental laser and laser safety information and critical laser use information rarely found in a single source. The first laser guide written by a working Laser Safety Officer (LSO), its depth and breadth make it appropriate for both the seasoned professional and the novice. It presents case studies of real accidents, preventive measures that could have been taken to avoid such accidents, and templates for documenting potential laser risks and attendant safety measures.Reflecting the exponential use of laser technology over the last several years, this text considers the growing use of petawatt laser installations and nanotechnology applications and addresses current laser projects such as the National Ignition Facility (NIF) and Linac Coherent Light Source (LCLS). Several chapters explore the components of laser work and laser safety that deal with optics, the optical table, the power meter, and user training.The AuthorLaser Safety: Where Are We?
Who Is Responsible for Laser Safety?
How to Do a Complete Laser Hazard Evaluation
Documentation of Laser Safety
What Are They Talking About?
Understanding Optics
Diffraction Gratings for High-Intensity Laser Applications
How to Select Optical Mounts: Getting the Most Out of Optical Mounts (Understanding Optical Mounts)
Training Design and Considerations in the Use of Instructor-Led, Web-Based Training of Adults
Laser Safety and On-the-Job Training
The Maximum Permissible Exposure: A Biophysical Basis
Near-Miss Incidents
Accident Investigation
Laser Accidents Do Happen
Room Access Interlocks and Access Controls
Laser Eyewear
Introduction to Laser Beam Profiling
Vibration Control Is Critical
Power and Energy Meters
Laser Shutters
Free Electron Laser Safety Challenges: Focus on Jefferson Laboratory Free Electron Laser
Amazing Laser Projects
Practical Ideas
ANSI Safe Use of Lasers and Laser Safety