Become a Certified Laser Safety Officer (LSO) Today!
Your Path to Enhanced Workplace Safety, Career Advancement, and Compliance Starts Here
Trusted by Professionals Across Industries
Our Laser Safety Officer Certification is designed to give you the knowledge, skills, and credibility needed to excel in laser safety.
Laser safety is more than a regulatory checkbox—it’s a critical responsibility. Our Laser Safety Officer Online Course delivers in-depth, scientifically grounded training to prepare you to manage laser safety, protect lives, and reduce workplace risks.
What you'll learn
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Our program provides you with the expertise to manage laser safety in any workplace environment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. Unlike other programs, we offer a streamlined, in-depth course that you can complete at your own pace, with support from industry experts every step of the way.
Advance Your Career: Gain a competitive edge with a recognized certification that proves your commitment to laser safety and regulatory compliance. Enhance Workplace Safety: Master the skills needed to maintain a safe environment, protecting your team from laser-related risks. Ensure Regulatory Compliance: Stay up-to-date with OSHA, ANSI, and other safety standards, reducing liability and meeting industry requirements. Flexible, Self-Paced Learning: Complete the course on your schedule with easy-to-follow modules that fit around your busy life.
Enroll Today: Start immediately with a simple registration process. Complete at Your Own Pace: Work through the course with flexible, self-paced modules. Access Expert Support: Our instructors are available to help answer questions and provide guidance. Pass the Final Assessment: Demonstrate your knowledge with a final assessment to receive your certification. Get Certified: Join a community of certified professionals and enjoy the career benefits of being an LSO.
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Syllabus
Module 1:
Laser Safety Officer Responsibilities: Explore the essential duties of an LSO and how they intersect with overall workplace safety management. Detailed Review of Regulatory Standards: A breakdown of key guidelines, including IEC 60825-1, Z386-14, and industry-specific standards. Risk Categories and Hazard Levels: Learn how to classify lasers by their hazard level and identify the associated risks.
Module 2:
The Science of Laser Operation: Understand how lasers function, from the basics of stimulated emission to complex laser cavity operations. Types of Lasers and Their Applications: From industrial cutting lasers to medical lasers, this module covers the different laser types, how they work, and their specific risks. Laser Parameters and Their Safety Implications: Learn how parameters like beam divergence, wavelength, and power density affect the potential hazards in different laser applications.
Module 3:
Impact of Laser Exposure on Human Tissue: A deep dive into the biological mechanisms behind laser-tissue interactions. This section covers thermal, photochemical, and non-linear effects on both the skin and eyes. Pathological Effects and Safety Thresholds: Get detailed insights into Maximum Permissible Exposure (MPE) levels and how to calculate safe exposure limits for various scenarios. Understanding Damage Mechanisms: Learn the science behind retinal and corneal damage, as well as the cellular effects of laser exposure on skin tissue.
Module 4:
Laser Classification Systems: Learn how lasers are classified based on their potential hazards and how to communicate these risks effectively within your organization. Controlling Beam and Non-Beam Hazards: This module covers both direct risks (like eye and skin exposure) and indirect hazards (such as fire, explosion, and plume exposure in surgical settings). Practical Safety Measures: Implementing laser safety controls—ranging from physical barriers and protective eyewear to emergency shutdown procedures. You’ll also learn how to calculate critical safety distances with tools like the NOHD Calculator and OD Calculator. Developing a Laser-Controlled Area: Learn how to design, implement, and maintain a laser-controlled area to limit exposure and manage laser usage effectively.
Module 5:
Laser Risk Assessment: Develop the skills to conduct thorough laser risk assessments, identifying both immediate and long-term hazards. Incident Management & Reporting: Learn how to handle laser-related incidents, from immediate response to detailed post-incident reporting and follow-up. Administrative Best Practices: This module covers the legal and administrative side of laser safety, including record-keeping, compliance audits, and safety audits to ensure that laser safety protocols are being followed.
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This course is delivered by LaserCollege
LaserCollege (www.lasercollege.org) is a globally recognized institution specializing in laser training and certification for various fields, including medical, aesthetic, and industrial applications. To address the growing demand for laser safety across different sectors, LaserCollege created a separate learning platform for its non-industry-specific Laser Safety Officer (LSO) course. This dedicated platform allows professionals from diverse backgrounds to access laser safety education tailored specifically to universal safety standards, ensuring they gain comprehensive and adaptable knowledge beyond medical and aesthetic applications.
LaserCollege is a Belgium registered business with registration no 1011.973.878.
VAT no.: BE1011.973.878
Mobile / WhatsApp: 0032 488 428 609
Email: info@lasercollege.org
Website: www.lasercollege.org
We are happy to design an offer that matches your company’s requirements.
Raymond Schoeman
I will be your main contact for coordinating corporate and group training sessions.
Email: info@lasersafetyofficer.org
Mobile: 0032 488 428 609
FAQs
LaserCollege has extensive experience working with large corporate clients through Candex (www.candex.com). It’s possible that your supply manager already works with Candex and can guide you on the specific procedure required for your company. This streamlined process allows us to support your training needs effectively while meeting your vetting requirements.
Your student profile will be activated on our learning platform within 24 hours of enrollment during the week. If you complete your enrollment over the weekend, activation will take place the following Monday.
Everyone who, on behalf of their employer, is responsible or will become responsible for the execution of the in-company laser safety policy, such as health and safety officers, prevention officers, safety officials and QHSE-managers.
This course covers IEC 60825-1 (Europe), ANSI Z136.1 (USA), AS/NZS IEC 60825.1 (Australia), and Z386-14 (Canada).
As an individual, you can enroll directly on this page using a credit or debit card. For corporate and group enrollments, please contact Raymond Schoeman.
Yes, this is a certified course. Upon successful completion, you will receive an official Laser Safety Officer certification, recognized by industry standards. This certification verifies your knowledge of laser safety protocols and prepares you to implement them effectively in various professional environments.
Price: €1017 excl. VAT
Price: €1230.57 incl. VAT
Checkout includes 21% VAT (€213.57). This will be refunded within 10 working days if a valid European or foreign VAT number is supplied during checkout.