Monaco W A, Barker F M
Northeastern State University College of Optometry, Tahlequah, Oklahoma, USA.
Optom Clin. 1995;4(4):1-15.
Lasers are a key component of the vision practitioner's arsenal of care, and provide a wonderful new frontier of diagnostic and therapeutic options. In light of their expanded utilization, it is crucial that eye care practitioners have a thorough understanding of potential laser hazards and the regulations that establish guidelines for their safe application. This review describes the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) standards applicable to the safe use of lasers (Z 136.1) and the safe use of lasers in health care facilities (Z 136.3). Laser hazard classification, the organization of a laser safety program, and administrative and procedural controls are included.
激光是视力从业者治疗手段中的关键组成部分,为诊断和治疗提供了全新的广阔领域。鉴于激光的应用日益广泛,眼科护理从业者全面了解潜在的激光危害以及确立安全使用指南的相关法规至关重要。本综述介绍了适用于激光安全使用的美国国家标准学会(ANSI)标准(Z 136.1)以及医疗保健机构中激光安全使用的标准(Z 136.3)。内容涵盖激光危害分类、激光安全计划的组织以及管理和程序控制。