Radiation and Laser Safety

Laser Safety

The laser safety team ensures the safety use of lasers, laser systems, and other non-ionizing radiation sources such as ultraviolet (UV) light.

The laser safety team:

Provides guidance on standard operating procedures and personal protective equipment
Consults on laser lab design
Analyzes hazards of laser systems
Provides laser safety and laser alignment training for laser operators as well as awareness training for non-users present in the lab when lasers are being used
Coordinate and supports activities of the Laser Safety Committee
Uses tool EHS Assist (EHSA) to assist researchers in managing hazardous material and equipment user, training, inventory, inspection, and waste disposal data

Our program fosters a progressive safety culture by continuously improving through collaboration with the research community, incorporating feedback, and staying abreast of current standards, practices, and lessons learned.聽

Contact Us: lasersafety@vanderbilt.edu

Laser Safety Documents and Resources

Laser Safety Manual
Laser Inspection Checklist
Standard Operating Procedure Template
External Tools and Resources

Radiation Safety

VUMC is currently administering the Radiation Safety program. For information on how to apply to use radioactive materials at 91吃瓜网 or other information on VU鈥檚 radiation safety program, .

Contact Us: radiationsafety@vanderbilt.edu

Radiation Safety Documents and Resources

Radioactive Material (RAM) Purchasing

All RAM orders are now being placed through EHS Assist. EHS Assist is a user-friendly, comprehensive, online information management system that assists VU researchers with managing their safety and compliance responsibilities and information related to the use of hazardous research materials and equipment.

To help researchers navigate this new procedure, a detailed聽聽has been created and a recording of the RAM Buyer鈥檚 orientation session can be聽.

If you have questions or need assistance placing an order, please contact the Radiation Safety team at聽radiationsafety@vanderbilt.edu.
Radiation Safety Forms
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