scope:

Application This handbook applies to all ranges where systems-certified laser systems are employed or where laser systems are being evaluated. This handbook addresses the roles of several levels of authority including institutional, installation, and unit, and subsequent laser positions within the services. While these functions may be combined in some services, the range of expertise and capability extends from unit application throughout the highest certifying authority. This handbook is for guidance only and cannot be cited as a requirement.

Content. This handbook contains appendices which give general and detailed guidance to be followed in evaluating and recommending range laser safety procedures. Appendix A contains a sample of a laser safety standard operating procedure (SOP). Appendix B contains checklists to be used for the laser safety pre-survey, the site survey, and the laser range certification reports. Appendix C provides the equations used to conduct laser hazard analysis.

The contents of this handbook are intended to serve as a guide to the safe use of laser systems used on military operational and test ranges.

This document is applicable to all DOD member ranges and all DOD laser operations conducted on non-DOD controlled ranges. The guidance in this document does not replace other procedures or release individuals from compliance with the requirements of their particular service.

This document implements the information and methodologies contained within STANAG 3606.

Suggestions for any amendment, revision, or cancellation of this handbook are to be submitted through the DOD LSSWG.

intended Use:

The contents of this handbook are intended to serve as a guide to the safe use of lasers and laser systems used on military reservations and in military controlled areas.