Class 4 Laser Safety & Risk Management

This 1-hour on-demand course, 'Class 4 Laser Safety & Risk Management,' is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge for safe laser operation. Attendees will learn the rules for establishing a Laser Safety Officer (LSO), define and properly use terms relevant to laser safety, and describe the correct and incorrect use of laser safety eyewear. The curriculum also covers understanding and managing adverse treatment events associated with Class 4 lasers. Sponsored by Summus Medical Laser, this course offers valuable insights into risk management within a clinical setting utilizing advanced laser technology. As an on-demand product, access expires on the last day of the calendar year, requiring completion within the purchase year to ensure up-to-date knowledge and compliance.

• •Identify the key responsibilities and requirements for establishing and maintaining a Laser Safety Officer (LSO) role in a clinical practice
• •Define and correctly apply essential laser safety terminology, including hazard classifications, exposure limits, and safety standards
• •Demonstrate proper selection, use, and maintenance of Class 4 laser safety eyewear appropriate for specific wavelengths
• •Recognize common misuses of laser safety equipment and explain why they compromise patient and staff safety
• •Describe adverse treatment events associated with Class 4 laser use and implement appropriate risk mitigation strategies
• •Apply evidence-based risk management protocols to minimize complications and ensure compliant laser operation in clinical settings