Course Description

Just starting out in an operating theatre that is using lasers? Getting a new laser in your hospital? Time for accreditation?

Gain an understanding of how laser work for different surgical procedures with our simple to understand, online laser safety course that you can do in your own time, at your own pace.

This comprehensive laser safety training is designed to arm you with all the knowledge you need to understand how lasers work, how to implement laser safety standards and policies in your specific workplace, and to ensure laser safety compliance in various settings (Gynaecology, Urology, Otorhinolaryngology, Plastic Surgery, Cardiology, Neurology, Orthopaedics, and Ophthalmology). It will help you meet your workplace health and safety responsibilities in your facility.

Curriculum

Operational characteristics of lasers

Generation of the laser beam and propagation of light
Characteristics of lasers and the laser beam
Properties of different types of lasers
Delivery systems and applicators
Laser controls, e.g. power/pulse/time settings, emergency control and delivery systems

Laser hazards

Laser-tissue interactions
Particular hazards of delivery systems
Ocular and skin hazards
Patient-specific hazards
Reflected beam hazards
Laser plume hazards
Hazards related to anaesthesia and management of the shared airway
Fire, explosion, electrical and environmental hazards.

Principles and procedures for safe laser use

Standards, regulations and guidelines
Laser classification and hazard analysis
Audit of laser facilities
Laser controls in health care facilities
Examples of safe practice and programs
Equipment inspection (quality assurance) protocols
Investigation and management of laser accidents/incidents
Eye protection and protective eyewear
Potential for fire and explosion and protection against flammability hazards
Management of airborne contaminants (laser plume)
Electrical safety
Laser controlled areas—designation, warning signs, entry controls, control of access to the laser
Hazards of particular procedures
Role and responsibilities of an LSO
ACORN Laser Standards¹

Who is it for?

All nursing, medical or other person in contact with a laser in the operating theatre. Laser Safety Officers, Laser Operators and Laser Users.

There are no prerequisites for this course.

What’s Included?

Our course includes simple to follow, in-depth laser safety training. It is delivered in short modules, and we are here to support you every step of the way.

Additional Resources:

Easy to understand lectures and videos to support your learning journey.
Lifetime access to your downloadable course notes.
Electronic access to clinical resources that support your learning.
Regular short quizzes to consolidate your learning and prepare you for the final quiz and certification.
Instant final quiz results and immediate access to your certificate of completion.
Protection of your certificate with a unique QR code.

Payment Options

Choose between a full upfront payment or a structured payment plan through Paypal in 4 to accommodate your financial preferences. You can get started for as little as $62.50.

This course may be tax deductible as a work-related expense for you, just ask your accountant.

Do you have five or more staff to train? Please Contact Us to discuss group discounts.

What Happens Next?

Once we have reviewed your application, we will send you an email with your username and login details. This is generally available to you on the same day that you enrol, regardless of whether it is within office hours. Please check your spam folder if you don’t see it.

Once you have this login information you will have instant access to your course and you will be guided through a structured learning pathway, culminating in your achievement as a Certified Laser Safety Officer.

Accreditation

This course is benchmarked against international (IEC 60825-1: 2014 Safety of laser products - Part 1: Equipment classification and requirements) and Australia/New Zealand (AS/NZS 4173: 2018 Safe use of lasers and intense light sources in health care) laser safety standards.

This course is endorsed for the application for a laser user’s licence in Queensland (ED - 253), Western Australia and Tasmania.

Australian College of Perioperative Nurses (ACORN) (2023). Standards for Safe and Quality Care in the Perioperative Environment (SSQCPE). https://www.acorn.org.au/standards.

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Laser Safety Officer / User / Operator Course (Hospital/Medical)