This page outlines the Oregon State University laser safety program, and provides guidance to the OSU community on the safe user of lasers.
OSU Laser Safety Manual
The Laser Safety Manual (pdf) provides rules and guidance for managing your laser safety program.
Laser Registration
This form is used to collect information on laser systems used by OSU faculty, staff and students. The results will be used to compile an inventory and to help improve the laser safety program. Registration is required for Class 3B and 4 lasers.
OSU laser system data sheet. Use this form to gather your laser data for registration.
Laser Registration (via Qualtrics)
Training
This online class is required for Class 3B and 4 laser users and recommended for all laser users. To complete training, review the online tutorial and take the exam, then schedule machine-specific training with the laser administrator of the laser systems you will use.
Laser Safety Training (login to SciShield)
Question? Email the Laser Safety Officer.
Laser Program Forms
OSU Laser Safety Checklist (self-audit program for lasers)
Laser specific training documentation form
Standard Operating Procedure template
Safety Instruction for Laser Cutters
Helpful Links
Oregon OSHA Laser Inspection Guidelines
US OSHA Technical Manual on Laser Hazards (Section III Chapter 6)