Laser safety training through myLearning

Before working with lasers at JHU, you must be trained in laser hazards and how to control them. There are three different kinds of laser operator.

[NOTE: you will need your JHEID and password to take the course]

Key to acronyms

• ALO: Authorized laser operator
• LO: Laser observer
• LU: Laser user
• NHZ: Nominal hazard zone

For detailed instructions download – Got Laser, Get Trained

Laser Users / Observers

A laser user works with Class 1 laser systems.

A laser observer enters an experiment’s NHZ only to observe under the direct supervision of a qualified person. (LOs are typically learning to become ALOs–see right.)

There is a single qualification course for both positions. Click here- The Safe Use of Lasers in the Laboratory – to sign in to JHU’s myLearning site.

[NOTE: you will need your JHEID and password to take the course]

Authorized Laser Operators

Authorized laser operators work inside the NHZ of an experiment and operate laser systems which are classified as Class 3B or Class 4. The ALO safety training training consists of three course modules:

• The Physics of Lasers and Laser Light
• Beam and Non-Beam Hazards
• Laser System Controls and Operational Practices.

Click here  – Becoming an Authorized Laser Operator – to sign in to JHU’s myLearning site. [NOTE: you will need your JHEID and password to take the course]

• Register to Use Lasers on Homewood Campus and Upload Your Laser Safety Certificate

New  Requirement for Laser Cutter Users

• All Laser Cutter users must take additional laser cutter safety before using laser cutters in University labs. This training is also through myLearning.

Click here –  Proper Laser Cutter Operations to sign in.  You will be asked questions about the content during your hands-on training.