Laser Safety Awareness

Issued by Dalhousie University

Earners of the Laser Safety microcredential are able to take the necessary measures to safely operate a laser or laser system, particularly a Class 3B or 4 laser. The earner can confidently: assess key elements of the laser such as wavelength; classification and power; identify potential beam and non-beam hazards; and implement the appropriate control measures to protect themselves and others.

Type Learning
Time Hours
Cost Paid

Skills

Laser Classification
Laser Hazard Control
Laser Safety

Earning Criteria

Earners of this microcredential engaged with a series of scenarios to safely operate a laser or laser system as a user in a research setting. Earners identified the most appropriate strategy to achieve a safe environment while operating a laser in each scenario. Feedback and rationale were provided throughout each asynchronous scenario activity.