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                        UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE SYSTEM POLICY
                        SAFETY

                        POLICY NO: SA0500SUBJECT:  LASER SAFETY 
                        EFFECTIVE: 03/15/1986REVISION (1):02/01/2004

                              OBJECTIVE:


                  To identify the required practices to be used in the operation 
                  of laser equipment throughout the university.

                              POLICY:


                    Appropriate safety and health procedures and review 
                    processes will be established at each location for all 
                    non-ionizing radiation usage, including, but not limited to, 
                    lasers and microwaves. Non-hazardous consumer products are 
                    excluded. Such procedures shall address usage, condition and 
                    health exposures of those involved. 


                    The following procedures shall be established relating 
                    directly to the use of lasers. "The American Standard for 
                    Safety Use of Lasers (latest revision) ANSI Z136.1," "ANSI 
                    Z136.3, Safe Use of Lasers in Health Care Facilities", OSHA 
                    General Industry 29CFR 1910.97" and "OSHA Construction 
                    Standards 1926.54" shall be considered the appropriate 
                    standards. Campus procedures shall include, but are not 
                    limited to:


                      Registration of all class 3b and class 4 lasers with the 
                      safety officer, including their location, wavelength, and 
                      power. 


                      Training of employees and students in the proper use and 
                      safe handling of these devices with particular attention 
                      to the health exposures from class 3b and class 4 lasers. 


                      Basic personal protection, including eye protection for 
                      users and observers. 


                      Labeling for all laser equipment with wavelength and 
                      power. 


                      Hazard warning signs in areas where lasers are in use and 
                      a risk of injury is present. 


                      The immediate reporting of any incidents or accidents 
                      involving these devices. 







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