University of Toronto Laser Safety Committee
Radiation Protection Service
This training is mandatory for all users of class 3B or class 4 open beam lasers and meets the requirements for laser user training of the American National Standard for Safe Use of Laser ANSI Z136.1-2014
If you plan to work with class 3B or class 4 open beam lasers at the University of Toronto, use your “UTORid” to register for the course at: https://ehs.utoronto.ca/training/my-ehs-training/ . If you are a new user with previously laser safety training and laser work experience, please send an e-mail to sandu.sonoc@utoronto.ca.
If you are from outside the University or do not have an “UTORid” please send an e-mail to sandu.sonoc@utoronto.ca
Dates of training
Starting April 2018 the Laser Safety Training will be divided in two parts: Laser Safety-Theory and Laser Safety-Practical
The Laser Safety-Theory course will be offered as:
- Online – course number EHS736 or
- In-class – course number EHS737
The applicant can choose between the two versions of the theory training.
The Laser Safety–Theory must be followed by the Laser Safety–Practical (EHS738) which is offered only in-class. The completion of the Theory part is a pre-requisite for the Practical part.
The laser safety theory online (EHS736) is recommended only for users with previous experience about lasers. The users with no knowledge about fundamental principals of lasers and laser functioning are recommended to take the in class laser safety theory (EHS737).
EHS738 consists of laser hazard presentation, practical sessions demonstrating the alignment of visible and invisible lasers, emergency preparations, discussions of laser accidents, and a test.
The Laser Safety–Theory and Laser Safety-Practical together, are mandatory to be taken by a person that has not been previously trained in laser safety, and plans to work with open beam class 3B or class 4 lasers.
Important Note Regarding Registration:
- Participation in the ERHS738 is only accepted on completion of the EHS736 or EHS737;
- EHS736 (Laser Safety-Theory online) must be taken at least three business day before registered for EHS738;
- EHS736 (Laser Safety-Theory online), is considered completed after passing the test with a mark of 70%;
- EHS737 and EHS738 are offered in-class every month in two consecutive mornings.
Dates of training 2018-2019
EHS737 | November 8-2018 | EHS738 | November 9-2018 |
EHS737 | December 6-2018 | EHS738 | December 7-2018 |
EHS737 | January 15 | EHS738 | January 16 |
EHS737 | February 7 | EHS738 | February 8 |
EHS737 | March 11 | EHS738 | March 12 |
EHS737 | April 11 | EHS738 | April 12 |
EHS737 | May 9 | EHS738 | May 10 |
EHS737 | June 4 | EHS738 | June 5 |
EHS737 | July 8 | EHS738 | July 9 |
EHS737 | August 8 | EHS738 | August 9 |
EHS737 | September 12 | EHS738 | September 13 |
EHS737 | October 7 | EHS738 | October 8 |
EHS737 | November 7 | EHS738 | November 8 |
EHS737 | December 5 | EHS738 | December 6 |
Instructors: Dr. Sandu Sonoc, CLSO – Dr. Gustavo Moriena
Location: 256 McCaul Street, Toronto, ON, room 117
Course hours: from 9:00 to 13:00
Content
1 – BASICS OF LASER SAFETY
Basic Laser Safety
Units and Definitions
Optical Spectrum and Common Lasers
Simulated Emission of Radiation
Beam Characteristics
Specular and Diffuse Reflection
Laser Operation: CW, Pulsed, Q-Switched
Laser Safety Principles
2 – LASER BIOLOGICAL EFFECTS
Normal Function of Eye and Skin
Negative Effects on Eye and Skin
Medical Surveillance Program
3 – NON-BEAM HAZARDS
Electrical, Fire, Explosions
Chemicals, Biological, Compressed Gas
Radiation (ionizing)
Other
4 – Laser lab work
Practice in a laser lab setting
5 – HAZARD CONTROLS
Hazard assessment
Laser Classification
MPE, NHZ, OD
Engineering Controls
Administrative Controls
PPE
6 – LASER SAFETY PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Regulatory Requirements, Responsibility
Registration, Training, Inspections
Hierarchy of Controls
Management Audit
7 – EMERGENCY RESPONSE
Causes, Higher Risk Scenarios
Types of Accidents, Case Studies
Group Discussions
Emergency Preparation, First Response
CPR Information
Accident Reporting
8 – Examination & Course Evaluation