The Formulation of Protection Standards for Lasers

Electrophysiological Determination of Retinal Sensitivity to Color After Intense Monochromatic Light Adaptation.

“…Relations between the intensity levels for damage by lasers or other intense light sources have been established independently in several laboratories (59). The criterion for retinal damage was usually a white or edematous spot in the retina large enough to be visible through the ophthalmoscope.…”

“…Pulse durations longer than 1 sec have effects that suggest photochemical or thermally enhanced photochemical models (25,59). The most recent data of Ham et al (29) indicate a dose-related mechanism that is possibly most effective in the blue (spectrum) .…”

Measurements in the Laser Irradiated Eye (Development of Microsensors).

“…Austin , The possibility of accidenta l exposure from operational and R and D laser systems create s a concern for personnel safety (2) . The eye , becau se of its ability to focus light to small spot sizes and its Inability to regenerate destroyed neura l tissues , is the primary biologic organ of interest for safety pur poses.…”