Laser safety training including intense pulsed light sources

We offer core of knowledge laser safety courses for medical/surgical applications (including ophthalmic lasers) and cosmetic/dermatology applications. Both are run at Southampton General Hospital and last approximately half a day.

 Next course

• Medical/surgical/ophthalmic applications: 19 April 2012.
• Cosmetic/aesthetic applications: courses arranged as required; please enquire for details.

Course details

Taught by an accredited laser protection advisor, both courses cover all aspects of the 'core of knowledge' defined in the MHRA guidance on the safe use of lasers, intense light source systems and LEDs in medical, surgical, dental and aesthetic practices. They are approved by the British Medical Laser Association and meet the requirements of those required to register with the Care Quality Commission.

The courses are aimed at doctors, nurses, ODPs and beauticians but will also be of interest to medical physicists, physiotherapists, health and safety officers and others working with medical or cosmetic lasers and IPL systems.

We are also able to offer bespoke on-site core of knowledge courses, which may be more cost effective if several staff require training. These typically last three hours and can be tailored to your particular application. We can also offer a shorter refresher laser/IPL safety course for those who have previously undertaken a core of knowledge course.

Individual tuition at Southampton General Hospital is also possible for those who cannot attend a course but require core of knowledge training.

For further details, please contact:

Angela Cotton
Medical Physics and Bioengineering
Southampton General Hospital
Southampton
SO16 6YD

Telephone: 023 8079 8616
Fax: 023 8079 4117 
Email: angela.cotton@suht.swest.nhs.uk|