Laser Safety

Lasers emit non-ionizing radiation and can injure someone more than a mile away if the hazard is not controlled. The purpose of WSU's Laser Safety Program is to protect laser users and others who may be exposed to potentially harmful laser radiation.

WSU's Laser Safety Committee works with laser users to address real-world safety concerns and to maintain a user-friendly, effective laser safety program.

Program objectives:

  1. All Class 3b and 4 lasers must be registered with OEHS: Laser Registration Form

  2. Standard Operating Procedures are required for Class 3b and 4 lasers: Laser SOP Template

  3. Open beam laser users must obtain and use proper protective eyewear!

  4. All users must complete basic and specific Laser Safety Training through the CITI Program site

Setting up a CITI account: Step-by-step instructions on CITI Registration process.

Once you have set up a profile on CITI, click on the "Add a Course or Update Learner Groups" link. Scroll down to Question #14 to add the Laser Safety Course to your profile.

For more information:

Please contact Wendy Barrows at 313-577-1200 or wbarrows@wayne.edu if you have questions, or if you are interested in becoming a member of the Laser Safety Committee.

Non-Ionizing Radiation 

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