NPL On-Site Modular Courses in Laser Safety
Developed by the National Physical Laboratory (NPL), these are high quality training courses for universities, research establishments and other professionals involved with lasers. The modular courses can be tailored to suit the specific requirements of the user.
An example format would be our 2 day laser safety course:
Day 1: Laser safety basics (topics mentioned below)
Day 2: NOHD calculations and RA examples
Tailored to user requirements
Cost effective on-site courses
NPL approved training deliverers
Assessed course with certification
Validated by the National Skills Academy
Comprehensive course materials
An example of the topics covered include: Hazards, Health and safety basics, Optics fundamentals, Laser beam properties, Biological damage, Risk assessment, Exposure limits, Risk management (controls), Legal background and guidance publications, Laser classification, Incidents, Local safety arrangements, MPE/NOHD calculations, Strategic risk management policy.
