Be familiar with electrocution rescue procedures and emergency first aid. Prior to working on electrical equipment, de-energize the power source. Lock and tag the disconnect switch. Check that each capacitor is discharged, shorted and grounded prior to working in the area of the capacitors. Use shock preventing shields, power supply enclosures, and shielded leads in all experimental or temporary high-voltage circuits.
Many dyes used as lasing medium are toxic, carcinogenic, corrosive or pose a fire hazard.
The MSDS will supply appropriate information pertaining to the toxicity, personal protective equipment and storage of chemicals. Various gases are exhausted by lasers and produced by targets. Proper ventilation is required to reduce the exposure levels of the products or exhausts below standard exposure limits. For further information contact the Safety Office. Cryogenic fluids are used in cooling systems of certain lasers.