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Due to the specific characteristics of laser radiation and the biological
effects this has, special protection and cautionary measures are required
for the application of laser radiation. To define the individual measures
to be taken in each case, lasers are assigned to classes based on their
hazard potential. The authoritative documents on laser device assign-
ments to the classes 1, 1M, 2, 2M, 3R, 3B and 4 are the DIN EN 60825-1
standard.
Please visit www.picotronic.de/picopage/en/index/safety for the „Laser
Radiation“ BGV B2 accident prevention regulations and other documents
on safe use of lasers
Observe the precautions stated in the accident prevention regulations
(BGV B2). These include the following:
• Do not look into the beam or direct reflections, also do not look
with optical instruments.
• Clear marking of the laser area with warning signs at all access
points.
• Route the laser beam clearly below or above eye level, but not
at eye level.
The owner/operator of the laser equipment is responsible for complian-
ce with protection measures. The owner/operator must, among other
things, ensure that the laser device is assigned to a laser class and mar-
ked accordingly. Operations using laser equipment classes 3R, 3B and
4 must be registered with the trade supervisory office and the mutual
indemnity association. When operating lasers of these classes, the laser
area must be cordoned off and marked. Additionally, owners/operators
of laser equipment classes 3R, 3B and 4 must appoint an expert as the
laser protection officer.