SAFE USE OF LASER DEVICES IN THE WORKPLACE ONLINE PROGRAMME INFORMATION

Recommended for: Anyone using, working near, or needing to know about the safe operation of laser devices (in particular Class 3b and Class 4) in New Zealand workplaces such as manufacturing, fabrication, engineering, science, agricultural, commercial design, or factory processing industries.

Pre-requisites: None

Cost: $199 + GST per person. For 2 trainees a 10% discount applies or for 3+ trainees a 15% discount applies.

Study method: Self-guided online learning for up to 4 weeks or complete over several full-time days - start anytime, study anywhere on NZ Laser Training Institute Ltd online interactive platform.

Certification type: A self-issuing electronic certificate is issued on completion through our online learning platform - suitable to show an employer, WorkSafe NZ, or Workplace Health & Safety Inspector or evidence as professional development in laser knowledge for your CV.

Please note: due to this educational programme being non-healthcare-related, CPD points and a Letter of Attainment are not applied.

programme overview

Operators of lasers need to be aware of hazards and risks associated with operating lasers in their workplace, this includes understanding how Health and Safety Laws in New Zealand relate to lasers as a recognised workplace hazard.

This succinct and generic educational online programme teaches workers the key aspects they must be aware of when working with lasers and explains how they can protect themselves from the potential hazards that pose a risk to operators, and those persons within the laser-controlled area.

The short laser safety programme is designed for those working with lasers in their workplace. It references AS/NZS International and National Laser Safety Standards, Health & Safety at Work Act 2015 and HSWA Regulations 2016.

what will I learn?

• How laser light is created and how it differs from ordinary light

• The electromagnetic spectrum

• A better understanding of the types of lasers and how devices are classified

• What hazards are recognised as part of working with a laser

• What do you need to know about the laws in New Zealand

• If you are an employer of workers who work with laser, learn what you need to provide

• Understand what could go wrong and how those things might need to be managed

• Gain an understanding of what a laser safety management programme is

• Understand laser controls

• Laser and light tissue interactions

• Gain knowledge on how laser light affects the eye

• Understand what PPE is required when working with lasers

• The role of a laser safety officer in a laser workplace

what will the programme INCLUDE?

• 24/7 access to this online theory study module, over a 4-week period. Study at your own pace, anytime

• Learners are provided with basic downloadable handout notes

• On completion, a self-issuing electronic certificate can be downloaded

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All operators of Lasers in NZ need to abide by the Health and Safety at Work (General Risk and Workplace Management) Regulations 2016 & Health and Safety at Work Act 2015.

Employers who have staff operating devices are considered by law to be PCBU (person in charge of business or undertaking) and must provide staff with appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) by law. A Laser Safety Officer should be appointed within your workplace and in charge of laser safety policies, procedures and protocols; should you be visited by a Workplace Health & Safety Officer you would be able to show you have procedures, protocols and incident report forms available if required to show.

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This online educational programme for the Safe use of Laser Devices in the Workplace contains content that references AS/NZS International and National Laser Safety Standards, Health & Safety at Work Act 2015, and HSWA Regulations 2016.

Learners will be provided with a basic downloadable handout that can be used to record lesson notes and as a future reference resource.

cost: $199 + GST

This programme is available to start immediately via self-enrolment. Please note we are not able to offer discounts, groups, and finance through this method. Price will differ as includes GST.

GROUP AND DISCOUNT ENROLMENTS

For more than 2 trainees enrolling discounts apply, click on the button below. Please note that enrolment for groups or discounts may take up to 3 working days.