Recognized standard

Z136.1-2022

FDA recognition 12-353 · ANSI · Radiology

Key facts

Recognition number 12-353
Designation Z136.1-2022
Title American National Standard for Safe Use of Lasers
Standards developer American National Standards Institute
Specialty area Radiology
Date of entry Dec 18, 2023
Scope (excerpt) This standard provides recommendations for the safe use of lasers and laser systems that operate at wavelengths between 180 nm and 1000 μm.

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