In each school where lasers are in use, the Head of School will be responsible for their safe operation and must appoint a Departmental Laser Supervisor. Duties are to be responsible, in collaboration with the Head of School/Unit and Radiation Protection Adviser for monitoring whether the use of laser equipment meets the standards set down in the AURPO Guidance Note No. 7: Guidance on the Safe Use of Lasers in Education and Research and in the University’s Health and Safety Policy. This includes: maintaining a register of all laser equipment (except for Class 1 lasers) in the department. ensuring that arrangements are made to see that all safety matters are adequately dealt with. consulting with the Radiation Protection Adviser in arranging Laser Designated Areas for the safe use of Class 3B and Class 4 lasers. ensuring the necessary administrative arrangements for Schemes of Work, Local Rules and eye examinations. ensuring that all registered laser workers receive appropriate instruction and training. The Laser Supervisors represent areas and buildings rather than research groups to avoid duplication of effort. Related Links Departmental Laser Supervisors list University Health and Safety Policy AURPO Guidance Note No. 7 This article was published on 2024-07-22
