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Airspace Observer Training
FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) requires airspace observers for most
outdoor venues that involve unterminated beam effects. LFI offers a comprehensive
review of the ANSI Z136.6 (American National Standards Institute) Safe
Use of Lasers Outdoors recommended standards and procedures for airspace
observers involved with the use of outdoor laser systems. Includes Laser
Safety Observers manual formulated by SAE G10 committee, which provides
guidance to proprietors for the optimal use of safety observers and recommends
the minimum requirements for a safety observer. Four (4) hours of training
includes outdoor evening practice session at LFI headquarters. Arrangements
can be made for our LSO to conduct training at a location of your choice
for an additional fee.
Annual Reports
CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) requires submission of
an annual report, due September 1 of each year. LFI will prepare and submit
your annual reports as required by CDRH Involves analysis of all your laser
activity from July 1 of each year to June 30 of each year. Copies of completed
report(s) will be sent to you and to CDRH on your behalf. Submission of
these documents is a prerequisite to obtaining variance renewal.
Assistance with Notifications
CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) requires a notification
for all laser shows, the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) requires
notification for all outdoor shows, and most state governments require
notification. LFI will prepare and/or train you on how to prepare the notifications
required by these regulatory agency(s) for the location of your show(s).
Copies of the forms required and instructions on how to fill them out will
be provided. A comprehensive list of known agencies (Federal, state, local)
to be contacted, as well as governmental resources and regulations will
be provided.
FAA Annual Renewal
The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration) issues their letter of non-objection
for outdoor laser activity for a maximum of one year at a time. Therefore,
outdoor laser venues with aerial beam effects must submit annual notifications
to the FAA. Non-compliance would eliminate all unterminated laser activity.
LFI will contact and submit the required notification to your FAA regional
contact for renewal of your letter of non-objection and conduct any negotiations
that might arise during the renewal process. Copies of the notification and
the letter of non-objection will be handed off to your LSO (Laser Safety
Officer) for your records. Any new requirements or control measures will
be explained to you in detail.
Laser Safety Consultation
LFI is available for safety consultation relating to laser products, which
include: lasers, projectors, support equipment and show design. A report
will be created relating to your specific needs and concerns. The report
will list type of project to be addressed, explanation of safety concerns
and suggested solutions. Arrangements can be made for a consultation at
a location of your choice for an additional fee.
Laser Safety Training
Laser safety training, according to American National Standards Institute’s
ANSI Z136.1, shall be provided to all personnel that will be routinely working
lasers. LFI will conduct an extensive laser safety training course for you
and/or your staff which includes a power point presentation and copies of
our Laser Safety Manual. You and/or your staff will learn about the following
subjects:
This training takes five (5) hours. Arrangements can be made for our LSO to conduct safety training at a location of your choice for an additional fee.
Show Reports
CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) requires show reports when
submitting for a variance or when there has been a change to your current
laser show configuration (such as relocation of lasers in venue and/or
addition of lasers to you venue). LFI will prepare and submit the required
show report for your company/venue to CDRH and forward you a copy. LFI
will conduct any follow up negotiations that may be required.
Standard Operating Procedures
CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) requires that all laser
proprietors to have documented Standard Operating Procedures in place and
available to your staff at all times. LFI will compose and issue the customized
Standard Operating Procedures for your particular venue. A copy of this
document must be included when you apply for a variance. This document
will include:
Variance Application
CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) requires all lasers that
exceed the limits of a Class IIIa laser to apply for a variance. A variance
is a formal permission to deviate from a requirement of the regulations.
A variance for laser light shows and devices is generally granted based
on a determination that the product is required to perform a function which
cannot be performed with equipment in compliance with the standard and
that suitable means of radiation safety and protection will be provided.
LFI will prepare the variance application and submit to CDRH on your behalf.
LFI will submit a copy to you for your records. LFI has extensive experience
and an excellent relationship with the CDRH, which can expedite this often
lengthy and time-consuming process.
Variance Renewal
CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) requires variance renewal
by the date noted on page1 Item C on your variance. LFI will submit a request
to CDRH (Center for Devices and Radiological Health) for renewal of your
variance on your behalf. LFI will assist those of you who will need to
renew your variance, those of you who do have an expired variance and/or
may want
to add or change an aspect of your current variance. LFI will also submit
a copy of the request to you for your records.
