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Review
. 2007 May;24(5):1250-65.
doi: 10.1364/josaa.24.001250.

Maximum permissible exposures for ocular safety (ANSI 2000), with emphasis on ophthalmic devices

François C Delori  1 , Robert H Webb, David H Sliney; American National Standards Institute
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Review

Maximum permissible exposures for ocular safety (ANSI 2000), with emphasis on ophthalmic devices

François C Delori et al. J Opt Soc Am A Opt Image Sci Vis. 2007 May.

Abstract

After discussing the rationale and assumptions of the ANSI Z136.1-2000 Standard for protection of the human eye from laser exposure, we present the concise formulation of the exposure limits expressed as maximum permissible radiant exposure (in J/cm(2)) for light overfilling the pupil. We then translate the Standard to a form that is more practical for typical ophthalmic devices or in vision research situations, implementing the special qualifications of the Standard. The safety limits are then expressed as radiant power (watts) entering the pupil of the eye. Exposure by repetitive pulses is also addressed, as this is frequently employed in ophthalmic applications. Examples are given that will familiarize potential users with this format.

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