Controls

Several controls have been added as preventive measures to the laser room and to the direct laser area. We will enumerate these controls here.

1. The laser control area will have danger signs posted and will have a yellow beacon indicating the presence of Class IV diode lasers. Danger sign will also be posted near the target enclosure area.
2. A controlled access interlock system will limit the entrance to the laser hut with a coded number pad. The code is given only to the authorized laser users listed in section 10 with currently valid training.
3. The laser switches are interlocked to allow an opening of the door to turn off the laser (to stand-by).
4. The main power plug to the laser can be easily pulled. It is plugged into a power strip with a on/off switch which can be easily switched off.
5. Protective safety goggles (minimum OD 4.7 at 795 nm) have to be worn when the laser is operational.
6. All laser beam paths outside the laser hut are enclosed with beam pipe or other enclosure (except during laser alignment process).
7. All personnel need to fulfill the training requirements as indicated in Section 1 of this document.
8. the LSOP will be posted on the outside door of the laser hut to inform personnel about the hazards associated with the setup and the proper procedures.