Individuals authorized to use lasers have received adequate training. Operating procedures include adequate safety measures. Lasers manufactured or modified at Caltech are properly classified and labeled. Proper laser warning signs are posted. All class 3b and 4 lasers have been registered with the Safety Office.
Operators are also responsible for restricting access to controlled areas during operations.
Classifying lasers and providing appropriate signs and labels. Reviewing operating and safety procedures. At these wavelengths, the eye will focus the beam or a specular reflection on a tiny spot on the retina. This focusing increases the irradiance of the beam by a factor of about 100,000. SKIN Skin damage can occur from exposure to infrared or ultraviolet light.