"LASER" is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emissions of Radiation. The laser was first developed in 1960 by Dr. Charles Maiman, a scientist working for Hughes Aircraft Company. Advances in laser technology have expanded the use of lasers in many areas including communications, research, the military and numerous medical applications. Eye safety is the number one concern when working with or near a laser. The pulse of a laser is so fast; it can cause severe damage to the eye in a flash of a second. Though the injuries are rare, they are permanent. Having a laser safety program […]