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Laser Safety Audits
How do you know if your laser safety program is up to date and compliant with federal and state regulations and established national consensus standards? In the United States, the recognized consensus standards are the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) publications. The best way to determine if your program follows government regulations and established laser safety standards is by conducting an independent laser safety audit.
Any injury or fatality due to the unsafe usage of lasers is of course devastating to individuals and to their families. With a focus on customer and employee safety, adherence to state and federal regulations is never optional. It can also bring a hefty citation from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), cause work stoppages, and create costly delays until an OSHA investigation is completed. Additionally, potential lawsuits can cost a company in court settlements, legal fees, and lost employee work time. The best way to determine if your laser safety program is following OSHA regulations, Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, any state regulations, and the ANSI Z136 series of laser safety standards is conducting an independent laser safety audit of your program.
Our Audits Include:
As part of a GCA Safety audit, you will receive:
Pre Onsite Visit
Review of the company’s laser inventory.
Review of existing safety programs and policies in place.
Onsite Visit
Examination of the laser systems for FDA compliance.
Assessment of the beam delivery system.
Evaluation of the laser material interaction point for beam and non-beam hazards.
Assessment of the laser control area for beam and non-beam hazards that could harm employees and customers.
Review of laser area controls, including signs and other entryway controls.
Inspection of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for appropriate optical density, wavelength, and any signs of
Observation of employees using the laser system to compare against the standard operating procedures.
Availability to answer individual employee questions.
Post Onsite Visit
A written report will be provided outlining the areas of compliance and the areas of noncompliance referencing established consensus standards and regulations. A list of recommendations to mitigate hazards and correct any deficiencies or weaknesses will guide the organization in meeting ANSI Z136 standards and federal and state regulations. The written report will be transmitted electronically and the GCA Team will be available to answer questions regarding the report or to provide guidance for other physical or operational areas.