Description

This standard applies to machine tools using a laser for processing materials, and its associated equipment. It describes the hazards generated by such machines and states the protective measures to be incorporated into such machines. The standard also contains requirements for the information provided with such machines.

Excluded from the requirements of this document are: photolithography; holography; equipment used in medical applications; data storage; laser printers; and copiers.

Reaffirmed 27 November 2012