Saturday, July 12, 2008

Advanced Concepts in Laser Safety - Special Discount Only to FPC Members


LIA, as a member of the FPC, is offering a special discount only to FPC members of $300 off their Advanced Concepts in Laser Safety course to be held August 11-13 in Orlando at CREOL, The College of Optics and Photonics. Full information on the course and registration is available via the link in the announcement below.

Advanced Concepts in Laser Safety August 11-13 , 2008 Orlando, FL Sign up now!

Course DescriptionThis course is designed for engineers, scientists, and safety professionals who are assigned Laser Safety Officer duties and responsibilities. Individuals working in research and development centers, universities or manufacturing environments that desire an in-depth, expert knowledge of laser safety issues and calculations will benefit greatly from this course. This course meets all LSO training requirements outlined by ANSI, OSHA and ACGIH. Worth 3.0 ABIH CM Points, 16 CECs by AAHP and 3.0 BLS CM Points by the Board of Laser Safety.
Who Should AttendThis course is suited for Laser Safety Officers and laser safety professionals who desire an in-depth knowledge on laser hazard assessment and laser safety calculations. Persons attending should have knowledge of lasers and laser safety as well as formalized LSO training.
Course PrerequisitesIndividuals should have a fundamental knowledge of lasers and laser safety prior to attending this course. Having attended a formalized LSO with Hazard Analysis training course is also desirable. Familiarity with a scientific calculator is necessary. What You'll Learn
Changes in MPEs and the new Laser Hazard Classification Scheme
Updates and key changes to ANSI Z136.1 Safe Use of Lasers standard
In-depth Laser Bioeffects
Hands-on Laser & Optical Measurements
Updates on other Laser Safety Standards
In-depth Laser Safety Calculations of MPEs, NHZs, etc.
3 easy ways to register:
Click on this link Advanced LSO
Call the LIA to register over the phone (800) 34LASER.
Download a copy of our registration form [PDF]
If you have any questions please call us at 1-800-34-LASER or email mailto:courses@laserinstitute.org

About Laser Institute of AmericaFounded in 1968, the Laser Institute of America (LIA) is the professional society dedicated to fostering lasers, laser applications and laser safety worldwide. Serving the industrial, medical, research and government communities, LIA offers technical information and networking opportunities to laser users from around the globe.

1 comment:

Anonymous said...

This is great info to know.