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PD IEC/TR 60825-8:2006

Superseded

Superseded

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Safety of laser products Guidelines for the safe use of laser beams on humans

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

31-10-2022

Superseded by

PD IEC/TR 60825-8:2022

Language(s)

English

Published date

08-12-2006

€254.76
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INTRODUCTION
1 Scope and object
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Hazards, goals and control measures
  4.1 Risks to eyes
  4.2 Risks to skin
  4.3 Fire and burn hazards
  4.4 Fumes, plumes and vapours
  4.5 Collateral hazards
5 Administrative procedures
  5.1 LASER SAFETY OFFICER (LSO)
  5.2 Medical supervision (ophthalmic surveillance)
  5.3 INCIDENT and ACCIDENT reporting
  5.4 Maintenance and inspection
6 Training recommendations
7 Laser environment
  7.1 The LASER CONTROLLED AREA
  7.2 Windows
  7.3 Walls
  7.4 Fire protection
Annex A (informative) Biological effects, hazards, laser
                      equipment technology
Annex B (informative) Window shielding
Annex C (informative) Checklist for laser installation
Annex D (informative) Laser safety training
Annex E (informative) Inspection schedule
Annex F (informative) Safety issues in laser applications
Bibliography
Tables

Helps the employer, the RESPONSIBLE ORGANISATION, the LASER SAFETY OFFICER, the LASER OPERATOR and other persons involved, on the safe use of lasers and laser equipment classified as class 3B or class 4.

Committee
EPL/76
DevelopmentNote
Supersedes BS IEC 60825-8 and 04/30112949 DC (01/2007)
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
42
PublisherName
British Standards Institution
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy
Supersedes

This part of IEC 60825 serves as a guide to the employer, the responsible organisation, the laser safety officer, the laser operator and other persons involved, on the safe use of lasers and laser equipment classified as class 3B or class 4. It covers all applications of laser beams on humans in, but not limited to, health-care facilities, cosmetic and hair removal centres and dental practices, including applications in vehicles and domestic premises. This technical report explains the control measures recommended for the safety of patients, staff, maintenance personnel and others. Engineering controls which form part of the laser equipment or the installation are also briefly described to provide an understanding of the general principles of protection. The subject areas covered in this guide include - beam delivery systems; - biological effects of laser radiation; - reporting of accidents and dangerous situations; - checklists. The object of this report is to enhance the protection of persons from laser radiation and other associated hazards by providing guidance on how to establish safety procedures, precautions and user control measures.

Standards Relationship
IEC TR 60825-8:2006 Identical

IEC 60825-1:2014 Safety of laser products - Part 1: Equipment classification and requirements
IEC 60601-2-22:2007+AMD1:2012 CSV Medical electrical equipment - Part 2-22: Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance of surgical, cosmetic, therapeutic and diagnostic laser equipment
EN 207:2017 Personal eye-protection equipment - Filters and eye-protectors against laser radiation (laser eye-protectors)
ISO 11810-1:2005 Lasers and laser-related equipment Test method and classification for the laser resistance of surgical drapes and/or patient protective covers Part 1: Primary ignition and penetration

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