AFI48-139_WRIGHTPATTERSONAFBSUP — Laser And Optical Radiation Protection Program

AFI48-139_WRIGHTPATTERSONAFBSUP governs the laser and optical radiation protection program at Wright Patterson Air Force Base.

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  • Publication number: AFI48-139_WRIGHTPATTERSONAFBSUP
  • Title: LASER AND OPTICAL RADIATION PROTECTION PROGRAM
  • Date: 2020-04-06

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The publication addresses hazard evaluations, laser safety officers, contractor operations, procurement, training, and accountability for specified lasers. It requires hazard evaluations before use or alignment, ILSO approval for certain procurements, contractor notifications, and documentation maintained under Air Force records requirements.

Topics covered

  • Laser hazard evaluations
  • Optical radiation protection
  • Laser safety officers
  • Contractor laser operations
  • Laser procurement approvals
  • Class 3B and 4 laser accountability
  • Laser safety training

Questions and answers

When must applicable lasers receive a hazard evaluation?

Applicable lasers must receive a hazard evaluation by the ULSO and ILSO prior to use (including alignment at hazardous energy/power levels).

What laser classes require a hazard evaluation before use or alignment?

Ensures all Class 3R lasers with NOHDs > 10 cm and all Class 3B & 4 lasers receive a hazard evaluation by the ULSO prior to use or alignment.

How far in advance must contractors notify the ILSO about certain laser operations?

Must notify the ILSO prior to a contractor bringing Class 3B or 4 lasers on the installation.

Which laser solicitations require ILSO approval?

All solicitations for goods or services that use or contain Class 1M, 2M, 3R, 3B, or 4 FDA-Compliant lasers or military-specific lasers to include commercial-off-the-shelf (COTS) lasers must be approved by the ILSO prior to award and procurement.

How is the number of ULSOs determined?

The number of ULSOs is based on the number of active Class 3B and 4 lasers the unit possesses and how often they change their use or location of use.

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