| (a) LSO qualifications shall be submitted to the department
with the completed LHR facility application and shall include at least
the following:
(1) educational courses related to laser radiation
safety or a LSO course; or
(2) familiarity with and experience in the use of LHR
devices; and
(3) knowledge of potential laser radiation hazards
and laser emergency situations.
(b) A LSO must perform the following duties, including
but not limited to:
(1) ensuring that users of LHR devices are trained
in laser safety;
(2) assuming control and having the authority to institute
corrective actions, including shutdown of operations when necessary,
in emergency situations or if unsafe conditions exist;
(3) ensuring that maintenance and other practices required
for safe operation of the LHR devices are performed;
(4) ensuring the proper use of protective eyewear and
other safety measures;
(5) ensuring compliance with the requirements in this
section and with protocols specified by the registrant;
(6) ensuring audits required in accordance with this
chapter are conducted;
(7) maintaining records as required by this chapter;
and
(8) ensuring that personnel are adequately trained,
certified, and complying with this chapter, the conditions of the
facility certificate of LHR registration, and the protocols of the
registrant.
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