IEH Training
Hazard Control in Laser Devices
Date: To Be Scheduled
Duration: 16 hours
Time: 9am – 6pm
Skills Framework for Workplace Safety and Health
Technical Skills & Competencies (TSC) Reference Document
Level 5 (WPH-WSH-5061-1.1)
Course Overview
Improper usage of laser devices are potentially dangerous. It can cause mild to severe irreversible damage to the skin and eye. This course will cover the types of hazards and controls when using laser devices. It will fulfill licensing requirements to handle such devices too.
Course Learning Outcome
To analyse and control hazards from laser devices to ensure safety and to fulfil the licensing requirements for such devices.
Learning Units
- Types of laser hazards
- Health effects of laser hazards
- Types of lasers
- Classifications of lasers
- Legal and other requirements
Who should attend?
Suitable for any Workplace Safety and Health professionals, Occupational Hygiene professionals and other equivalent professionals managing workplace and health that involves handling of laser devices at the workplace.
Continual Professional Development
Pending
Certificate
This is an Institute of Ergonomics and Hygiene (IEH) accredited course. A Certificate of Attendance will be provided for each person attending the course and demonstrating that they have understood the course content.