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Role |
Initial Training |
Refresher |
Frequency |
Comments |
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LRO/OLRO | LRO/OLRO Initial training (1 day) and LNP Basic Laser course (½ day) | LRO/OLRO Refresher training (½ day) | 3 years | Training to be consistent with TR 50448 'Guide to levels of competence required in laser safety' plus a review of current laser safety standards. |
| Courses Available: | Contact your local SHE Group
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LNP |
High Risk laser users (class 3B and 4): Basic Laser course (½ day) or
Operation of high hazards lasers, Low Risk and No Risk laser users: as a minimum a verbal briefing from LRO appropriate to level and range of duties being undertaken and/or Basic Laser Awareness course (½ day).
Where operation of = remote operation outside the DLA
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High Risk laser users (class 3B and 4): Basic Laser course (½ day) or
Operation of high hazard lasers, Low Risk and No Risk laser users: as a minimum a verbal briefing from LRO appropriate to level and range of duties being undertaken and/or Basic Laser Awareness course (½ day).
Where operation of = remote operation outside the DLA
| 3 years | Training to be consistent with TR 50448 'Guide to levels of competence required in laser safety' for laser users.
Training must cover: - exposure limit values
- why and how to detect adverse health effects to the eyes or skin
- circumstances under which employees are entitled to health surveillance
- proper use of personal protective equipment
Training should be supplemented with local training that must cover: - the control measures in place in the area
- the significant findings of the risk assessment, including the results of any measurements
- safe working practices
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| Courses Available: | Internal SHE Group (½ day)
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Users of Low Risk Lasers | Verbal briefing from LRO | Verbal briefing from LRO | 3 years | Training should cover the effect of laser radiation on the eye and the importance of preventing direct eye exposure. |
| Courses Available: | None specific to Low Risk laser use.
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Formal or on-the-job training for any of the above positions prior to appointment may be necessary, but is not a prerequisite for persons with adequate experience.
