16 TAC § 118.32. Laser Safety Officer--Designation and Responsibilities

(a) LSO qualifications shall be submitted to the department with the completed LHR facility application and shall include at least the following:

(1) educational courses related to laser radiation safety or a LSO course; or

(2) familiarity with and experience in the use of LHR devices; and

(3) knowledge of potential laser radiation hazards and laser emergency situations.

(b) A LSO must perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

(1) ensuring that users of LHR devices are trained in laser safety;

(2) assuming control and having the authority to institute corrective actions, including shutdown of operations when necessary, in emergency situations or if unsafe conditions exist;

(3) ensuring that maintenance and other practices required for safe operation of the LHR devices are performed;

(4) ensuring the proper use of protective eyewear and other safety measures;

(5) ensuring compliance with the requirements in this section and with protocols specified by the registrant;

(6) ensuring audits required in accordance with this chapter are conducted;

(7) maintaining records as required by this chapter; and

(8) ensuring that personnel are adequately trained, certified, and complying with this chapter, the conditions of the facility certificate of LHR registration, and the protocols of the registrant.