Class 1 and 2 lasers must be reported in the reporting portal of the Federal Office of Public Health (FOPH) at least 14 days before use. A technical qualification is not required for operation.
Lasers of all other classes (1M, 2M, 3R, 3B and 4) require expert knowledge for use, which must be obtained through training and passing an examination. If the public area is hit by laser radiation, proof of competence level 2 of the operator is always required (confirmation of competence level 1 is sufficient for the operator if a person with proof of competence level 2 has set up the system). If the public area is not affected, the certificate of competence is sufficient (course and passed examination).
The following applies: Class 1M, 2M, 3R, 3B and 4 lasers require the expertise of the operator for events with laser radiation. Appropriate training is mandatory.