AFI48-139_DYESSAFBSUP — Laser and Optical Radiation Protection Program

AFI48-139_DYESSAFBSUP governs laser and optical radiation protection policy and procedures at Dyess AFB.

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  • Publication number: AFI48-139_DYESSAFBSUP
  • Title: Laser and Optical Radiation Protection Program
  • Date: 2017-12-14

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The publication incorporates criteria for the safe use of lasers and laser systems and implements requirements from Department of Defense, Air Force, OSHA, and FDA standards. It establishes the Installation Laser Safety Officer and Laser Safety Council, and authorizes action supporting occupational and public safety.

Applies to: This supplement applies to all Dyess units, tenants, and contractors.

Topics covered

  • Laser safety
  • Optical radiation protection
  • Installation Laser Safety Officer
  • Laser Safety Council
  • Laser system acquisitions
  • Unsafe operations
  • Waiver authority

Questions and answers

How must waiver requests be submitted?

Requests for waivers must be submitted through the chain of command to the appropriate Tier waiver approval authority.

How must records created under the supplement be maintained?

Ensure that all records created as a result of processes prescribed in this supplement are maintained in accordance with Air Force Manual (AFMAN) 33-363, Management of Records and dispose of them In Accordance With (IAW) the Air Force Records Disposition Schedule (RDS), available by linking to the Air Force Portal (https://www.my.af.mil). (paragraph 48-139)

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