New Employee Orientation: Safe Operation in the Laser Lab

The training course covers the safe operation of laser equipment, the key points of training in workshop safety, and practical safety recommendations, helping new employees quickly master the skills required to use the equipment, preventing accidents, and ensuring the safety of both people and equipment.

Preparation work.

Familiarity with the equipment and the environment.

Before you get to work with the laser, you need to familiarize yourself with the layout of the workshop and the position of the laser equipment, and locate the emergency stop switch and the fire extinguisher.It's a good idea to follow the technician around once and memorize the locations of the control panels, the heat dissipation outlets, and so on.

Wearing protective equipment.

Safety is no joke! Before operating the machine you must put on special laser goggles and anti-static clothing.Long-haired partners should tie up their hair, and remove any jewelry, to avoid getting it caught in the equipment.

Installation and commissioning of equipment.

The self-diagnostic program.

After pressing the power button, don't get to work immediately. First, watch the control panel to see the results of the self-test.If the screen displays an error code, such as E-03 or E-05, immediately contact the repair department. Under no circumstances should you try to fix it yourself.

Setting the Parameters

The speed and power should be adjusted according to the material being processed.Masters say, "It's better to err on the side of caution and adjust the parameters lower." Especially when cutting metal over 5 mm thick, it's better to do it in multiple passes.

Safety rules for operating a crane.

Keep a safe distance.

When the equipment is running, one must keep at least half a meter away, and no one is allowed to reach into the processing area.When it is necessary to replace the workpiece, it is essential to wait until the laser head has completely stopped moving before operating it.

Abnormal conditions.

If they smell a burning odor or see smoke, they immediately press the red emergency stop button.Don't think I'm making a big deal out of a little thing. Last week someone in the next room almost caused an accident because his laser head got too hot.Remember: safety comes first!

Maintenance and repair requirements.

Steps for shutting down and cleaning the machine.

Before leaving work, turn off the laser power first, and then turn off the main switch after the cooling fan stops.Use a special brush to clean metal particles off the rails. Never wipe the lens with a wet cloth! This is a hard-earned lesson from the old-timers.

The daily checklist.

Remember to check the water level in the cooling system every Wednesday. If the water is dirty, change it.Every month, we have to work with the equipment department to test the sensitivity of the emergency stop switches. If we do these details well, we can extend the life of the equipment by several years.