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=== Dangers === | === Dangers === | ||
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''Be aware:'' lasers are very dangerous! Review these [https://ehs.mit.edu/workplace-safety-program/laser-cutter-safety/ safety guidelines], and carry an appropriate level of fear of the laser at all times. Hazards include: | ''Be aware:'' lasers are very dangerous! Review these [https://ehs.mit.edu/workplace-safety-program/laser-cutter-safety/ safety guidelines], and carry an appropriate level of fear of the laser at all times. Hazards include: | ||
'''Fire hazard''' | '''Fire hazard''' | ||
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Lasers create high heat, and can cause materials to catch on fire. Certain materials and types of designs (i.e very dense/small objects) are more prone to fire. | Lasers create high heat, and can cause materials to catch on fire. Certain materials and types of designs (i.e very dense/small objects) are more prone to fire. | ||
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'''Respiratory Hazard''' | '''Respiratory Hazard''' | ||
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Laser cutters create fumes and small particulates. | Laser cutters create fumes and small particulates. | ||
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'''Laser Hazard''' | '''Laser Hazard''' | ||
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To minimize laser exposure hazards, remember to.. | To minimize laser exposure hazards, remember to.. | ||
# Never look directly at the laser beam. While wearing ''laser eye protection'', you may look at the point that the laser is cutting your material. However, you should NEVER look directly into a laser beam, even if wearing safety goggles. | # Never look directly at the laser beam. While wearing ''laser eye protection'', you may look at the point that the laser is cutting your material. However, you should NEVER look directly into a laser beam, even if wearing safety goggles. | ||