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Wed, 30 April - 3pm BST

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Online panel discussion | Best practices for safe and compliant laser operation

Lasers are fundamental tools across industries, from manufacturing and healthcare to scientific research and advanced imaging. However, their use comes with significant safety risks that must be carefully managed. Ensuring compliance with laser safety standards and implementing robust protocols is essential for protecting personnel and maintaining operational efficiency.

This online panel discussion will provide practical insights into laser safety requirements, hazard assessments, and mitigation strategies. Learn how to develop and implement effective safety protocols, meet regulatory compliance, and minimise risks in both industrial and research environments. With expert guidance, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of laser classification, protective measures, and real-world examples of safety practices in action.


Who should attend

This online panel discussion is designed for:

  • End users of laser components and systems
  • OEMs who use and integrate laser systems
  • Researchers and academics developing laser technologies
     

What you will learn

  • The fundamentals of laser safety, including hazard classification and risk assessment
  • Key international standards and regulatory requirements for laser safety compliance
  • How to develop effective safety protocols and implement practical mitigation measures
  • Real-world insights into managing safety in industrial, medical, and research applications
     

Why you should attend

  • Ensure compliance and safety: Learn how to meet regulatory standards and minimise risks
  • Protect your team and operations: Discover practical strategies for implementing laser safety protocols
  • Gain expert insights: Participate in a live Q&A session to address your specific challenges and questions
     

 

David Lawton
Market Development Manager, EMEA, LATAM, APAC, Kentek Corporation
David Lawton has been in Laser Safety for over 13 years, joining Kentek in 2021 having spent the previous 9 years with another laser safety solutions provider, and is responsible for all markets and sectors outside the US, Canada, and Mexico.

He has worked and consulted in many product sectors including Science and Research, Industry, and Medical, and can assist with Containment and Controls, Product Classification, and Compliance and Training.

Lastly, he is very approachable and deeply understands International Standards and Norms. This allows him to help customers through simplifying the approach to laser safety, by giving an overview of the applicable ‘rules’ and how to apply them in a pragmatic way, whilst dispelling some of the ‘smoke and mirrors'.

 

 

Federico Bonaldo
Physicist - R&I Department, Castellini
The passion for science and for understanding the physical principles governing natural phenomena, led Federico Bonaldo to pursue M.Sc. in Experimental Physics, and join Castellini’s Solution Research and Innovation team.

For the past four years at Castellini Solution, he has been developing his knowledge and applying my expertise in high power fiber lasers for material processing in industrial applications, including laser cutting, welding, scribing, surface cleaning and ablation.

The pursuit of understanding the fundamental interactions between radiation and matter is the driving force in Federico’s professional life, which fuels his interest in scientific research, and motivates him to explore the frontiers of knowledge in this captivating field.

 

Scott Wohlstein
President, The Photonics Group
Scott Wohlstein is the President and Photonics Specialist at The Photonics Group, where he has been guiding clients from initial start-ups to global and public organizations since 1980.

Scott is a highly sought-after expert in integration and applications, as well as a recognized subject matter expert in compliance and safety for light-based products and processes, being well-versed in U.S. regulations (21 CFR 1040.10/.11) and international standards (IEC/EN 60825 and IEC/EN 62471).

His work has been published in various journals, including Photonics Spectra, Laser Focus, and Lasers and Optronics, where he served on the Editorial Advisory Board. He has also contributed to Measurements & Controls, where he wrote a column and served as Consulting Editor, as well as Compliance Engineering.

His research paper, “Cooling Components with Chilled Tap Water” (Electro-Optical Systems Design, 1982), was selected for inclusion in “Selected Papers on Laser Design” (Hugo Weichel, 1991) as part of the SPIE Milestone Series (Vol. MS29).

 



Join this online panel discussion to enhance your knowledge of laser safety and protect your team, research, and business. Reserve your spot today and stay ahead of the latest protocols and standards.

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