Lasers

Potential Hazard

• Laser hazards associated with the use of high energy lasers for annealing (ion implantation), marking, or scribing.

Possible Solutions

• Identify laser hazards.
• Install and operate equipment according to applicable standards and manufacturer's instructions.
• Enclose laser operations; provide guarding as necessary.
• Install interlocks and emergency shut-off systems as applicable.
• Implement laser safety programs to further identify and control laser hazards.

Additional Information

OSHA Safety and Health Topics Pages:

• Laser Hazards
• Non-Ionizing Radiation

eTools:

• Eye and Face Protection. OSHA. Provides the following section about laser protection.
  • Optical Radiation: Laser Protection. Discusses the types of personal protective equipment (PPE) that must be used to protect against laser hazards in the workplace.