Laser safety

Lasers are a non-ionising source of radiation that can produce intense beams of light at specific wavelengths.

It’s important to use them correctly to avoid harm to eyes and skin. 

Depending on the class of laser in use, you may have to: 

  • register the plant or equipment
  • undertake accredited training to use it. 

Seek advice from a Laser Safety Officer (LSO) before you purchase equipment fitted with lasers.

Find an LSO on the Register of Laser Safety Officers

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business - Artwork 'Sentient' by Hollie Johnson, Gunaikurnai and Monero Ngarigo.

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Acknowledgement of Country

RMIT University acknowledges the people of the Woi wurrung and Boon wurrung language groups of the eastern Kulin Nation on whose unceded lands we conduct the business of the University. RMIT University respectfully acknowledges their Ancestors and Elders, past and present. RMIT also acknowledges the Traditional Custodians and their Ancestors of the lands and waters across Australia where we conduct our business.