PASCO AP-8586 Laser Speed of Light Apparatus - Manual (Page 14)

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Model No. AP-8586 Laser Speed of Light System
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Appendix C: Laser Safety
The OS-8528 is a low power, Class 2 laser. When Class 2 lasers are
used in accordance with Occupational Health and Safety
Administration (OSHA) standards, Class 2 lasers are not harmful.
However, when appropriate safety precautions are not taken, Class 2
lasers can cause permanent, irreversible damage to the eyes, skin, and
other body tissues. As an instructor, you should always inform your
students of the hazards of lasers and the necessary preventative, safety
measures.
PASCO cannot be held liable for negligent use in the classroom. As a
courtesty, we are providing you with the following laser safety
instructions. These reminders are not a comprehensive list of all
possible safety measures or hazards. For more information, see the
OSHA web site (http://www.osha.gov). Also see http://
www.safetymanual.com or www.laserinstitute.org
Safety Reminders:
• Never look directly into the laser or at any reflection from the laser at
eye level (see figure 5 below).
DIO DE L ASE R 003-0615 7
AVOID EXPOSURE LASER LIG HT IS EMITTED FROM THIS APERTURE
OS-8528 DIODE LASER FOR OPTICS SYSTEMS
DO NOT DO THIS!
laser light source
Figure 5
DIO DE LA SE R 003- 06157
AVOID EXPOS URE LASER LIG HT IS EM ITTED FROM TH IS APERTUR E
OS-8528 DIOD E LA SER F OR
OPTIC S SY STEM S
emitted rays
Figure 6
• Keep your eyes at least 1 foot above the light source. (see Figure 6).