Orlando, FL (April 8, 2013) – The Laser Institute of America (LIA) will join with thousands of people and businesses worldwide, the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE), the Canadian Society of Safety Engineering (CSSE), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration’s (OSHA) Alliance Program participants, in raising awareness of the importance of being safe […]
Sid Charschan Remembered
Sid Charschan, a former president of the LIA and a recipient of the prestigious Wilkening and Schawlow Awards, passed away on Feb. 22, 2013. An early supporter of the LIA, Sidney was the first secretary of the Z136 and later served, for many years, as the chairman of that committee. He was a pioneer in […]
In-Depth Insights Into the New ANSI Z136.8!
Laser use in the dynamic world of research, development, and testing can present quite the challenge to Laser Safety Officers (LSOs). From the production of non-certified home-built lasers to fiber lasers to ensuring utilization of proper eye wear and alignment techniques, a research and development (R&D) LSO must be able to adapt to each situation that arises! ANSI Z136.8 […]
LIA’s Newest Standard – Z136.2 Safe Use of Optical Fiber Communication Systems Utilizing Laser Diode and LED Sources
ORLANDO, FL, Feb. 28, 2013 — With the exponential growth of fiber-optic telecommunications comes the need for well-trained installation and service personnel. Guiding those employees will be the new ANSI Z136.2 laser safety standard, available from the Laser Institute of America. The release of the standard, timed to coincide with the annual meeting of the […]
ILSC 2013: Experience the World’s Leading Laser Safety Conference
By Geoff Giordano For four days in March, the Laser Institute of America’s International Laser Safety Conference (ILSC®) in Orlando will be abuzz with a stellar educational program featuring recognized laser safety experts from around the world. With scientific sessions tailored specifically to everyone from Laser Safety Officers (LSOs) to medical technicians to laser physicists, […]