What are the non-beam hazards associated with lasers?
• Physical Hazards: Electrical, Collateral and Plasma, Fire, Explosion, Mechanical (associated with robotics), Noise • Chemical Hazards: Laser Generated Air Contaminants (LGACs), Compressed Gases, Laser Dyes and Solvents, Assist Gases, • Biological Hazards: Infectious material (e.g. could be maWednesday, February 6, 2008>Human Factors: Ergonomics (e.g. area illumination, visual distractions, workstation layout), Space Issues (e.g. trip/fall, available work space), Work Patterns (e.g.