Laser Safety Committees: The Practical Alternative to Injury
Feb 1, 2024 — Many a researcher has probably shared, at one time or another, the wry sentiment, “Meetings: the practical alternative to work.” I would argue that serving on your institution’s laser safety committee (LSC) does not involve meetings that fall into that category. Whether you are starting, rekindling, or joining your organization’s laser safety program, a functional, engaged committee is vital to its practical success. In the interest of transparency, it is worth noting...