title: Field laser hazard calculations.
abstract: The authors develop formulae for laser hazard evaluation. Beam diameter, transmitted power through an optical system, nominal ocular hazard distance, and optical density required for eye protection may be calculated. A calculator program is provided which uses experimentally determined laser parameters to return the necessary safety information.
mesh_terms: D000388:Air; D005123:Eye / Q000528:radiation effects; D006801:Humans; D007834:Lasers / Q000009:adverse effects* / Q000592:standards; D011832:Radiation Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control; D011834:Radiation Monitoring