"Rochester Institute of Technology's Laser Safety Manual and Training Guide have been created as a recommended safety manual and training guide to help laser users work with lasers and laser systems in a safe manner. Standard operating procedures and protocols have been provided in order to assist the laser user in complying with Local, State, and Federal regulations. The immense number and variation of lasers that are available makes laser safety a necessity. This manual contains guidelines that enable the laser user to identify areas of concern and apply corrective actions as needed. This manual addresses a wide array of information that is neither exhaustive nor definitive. The Laser Safety Officer (LSO) and the Laser Supervisor (LS) shall act as consultants and instructors to the laser user in appropriate use and operation of the laser or laser system as potential hazardous situations arise. Because Federal regulations relating to workplace safety only apply to employees, Rochester Institute of Technology has adapted its Laser Safety Manual to the American National Standards Institute for the Safe Use of Lasers (ANSI Z136.1-2000). It is Rochester Institute of Technology's belief that the Radiation Safety Committee, Laser Safety Officer, Laser Supervisor, Faculty and Staff shall make all efforts to ensure that laser users are provided with the necessary information, materials, and training that will enable them to work with lasers and laser systems in a safe manner"--Abstract.