Core of Knowledge

Module 1: Laser and Light Technologies
This module outlines the nature of light and laser beams and the features of laser and light devices used in medical and aesthetic practice.

The learning outcomes of module 1 include understanding:

• The basics of optical radiation devices and how they interact with tissue
• How different types of optical radiation are produced
• The types of active media used in lasers
• Emission modes and delivery systems
• The characteristics of optical radiation emitted from different equipment
• Laser and IPL classifications
• Ablative/ non-ablative lasers
• Ionising/ non-ionising radiation, and how ionisation works
• The intended purposes of different optical radiation equipment

Module 2: Risk Assessments, Hazards and Safety
This module will introduce you to risk assessments and the hazards of laser/ IPL use and equipment.

By the end of this section you will be able to:

• Define a risk assessment and list its components
• Recognise hazards in 4 key areas of risk; equipment, personnel, procedures, and location
• Understand health hazards that can arise from the use of laser, IPL or other optical radiation equipment and their effects
• Understand hazards caused by optical radiation equipment, including optical beams, electrical hazards, equipment malfunctions, fire risks and smoke plume effects
• Understand potential hazards to patients and different staff groups
• Know how to minimise the risks associated with these hazards
• Know the basic principles of maximum permissible exposure (MPE) levels and how to minimise exposure
• Hazards from equipment reflections
• Hazard control procedures
• The basic principles of the administration of safety
• How to conduct a beam alignment
• General principles of emergency action and incident reporting

Module 3: Safety Legislation, Measures and Management
Laser use is covered by many health and safety legislations which dictate the legal requirements for the safe use of lasers and other optical equipment. These will be covered in this module.

The aims of this module include understanding:

• Key legislation related to laser use
• Employer/ employee responsibilities
• Safety procedures and policies governing the use of optical radiation equipment
• Hazard control procedures, including the use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Equipment management protocols to prevent hazards
• The role of the Laser Protection Adviser (LPA), Laser Protection Supervisor (LPS), Laser Safety Officer (LSO), authorised users and assisting staff
• The principles and requirements of equipment quality assurance processes and procedures
• The meaning of warning labels and signs associated with optical radiation equipment

Cost is Per Trainee.

Training Consist of:

Blended online Theory training