Certificate of Achievement
has completed the following course:
This course will help learners to understand laser harm and learn about the properties and types of lasers and the damage they can cause. They will enable to spot hazards and how to protect themselves from them by understanding the classification system and signage used to warn people. This will also include knowing legislation to protect staff.
3 weeks, 2 hours per week
Stephen P. Jackson
Group Leader. Operational Services
UK Health Security Agency
Transcript
Learning outcomes
- Describe the main characteristics of a laser beam.
- Evaluate the different hazards and dangers from lasers.
- Explain the precautions that can be taken to protect yourself and others
- Identify the different classes of lasers and their properties.
Syllabus
- Basic Laser knowledge
- Characteristics of lasers
- Laser beam hazards
- Protection systems
- Laser classification
- Legislation and guidance
Issued on 9th September 2025
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