scope:

This part of IEC 60825 specifies the requirements for laser guards, permanent and temporary (for example for service), that enclose the process zone of a laser processing machine, and specifications for proprietary laser guards.

This document applies to all component parts of a guard including clear (visibly transmitting) screens and viewing windows, panels, laser curtains and walls.

In addition, this document indicates

a) how to assess and specify the protective properties of a laser guard, and

b) how to select a laser guard.

NOTE Requirements for beam path components, beam stops and those other parts of a protective housing of a laser product which do not enclose the process zone are contained in IEC 60825-1.

This document deals with protection against laser radiation only. Hazards from secondary radiation that may arise during material processing are not addressed.