Laser safety

Laser Safety

Safe Use of Lasers in Training and Research

A wide range of lasers are used within Imperial College London, many of which have the potential to cause injury, if misused. Arrangements for the management and safe use of lasers within the College are described in the Laser Safety Policy and Code of Practice (PC-15).    

Guidance

Emergencies

Public Health England (PHE) advice

Contact us:

College Laser Safety Adviser: Ross Manson

Training

Training available to staff include and e-Learning course, College training document and Training videos (Modules 1-4).

e learning course

e-Learning course

Introduction to Laser Safety
training document

College Training Document

Imperial College Introduction to Laser Safety (pdf)
classification

Module 1: Laser Classification

National Physical Laboratory Training Video
controlled areas

Module 2: Controlled Areas

National Physical Laboratory Training Video
Beam alignment

Module 3: Laser beam alignment

National Physical Laboratory Training Video
Eyewear

Module 4: Safety eyewear and filters

National Physical Laboratory Training Video