--- title: "Online seminar Laser safety officer | uvex academy" url: "https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/knowledge/uvex-academy/laser-protection-training/online-seminar-laser-safety-officer/" description: "Are you working with high-powered lasers in classes 3B, 3R, or 4? Our seminar provides laser safety officers with the relevant expertise in a special training course, as it is mandatory for laser safety officers according to OStrV § 5." date: 2024-12-16 modified: 2025-09-24 locale: en_GB --- # Online seminar Laser safety officer | uvex academy ![uvex academy online seminar laser safety officer English](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/DsElOYRAvIercrxbciSj7LIMxykMvLtftj6kZUJ4Ydw/w:375/h:146/fn:Y3NtX2FjYWRlbXktb25saW5lLXNlbWluYXItbGFzZXItc2FmZXR5LW9mZmljZXItaGVhZGVyX2NjYjQ4MTI2NTU:t/cb:9f1850d07b243fbe026f1209a1a9757b29c8bb5b/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvbS9Lbm93bGVkZ2UvdXZleF9BY2FkZW15L3V2ZXhfYWNhZGVteV9SZWxhdW5jaF8yMDI0L2FjYWRlbXktb25saW5lLXNlbWluYXItbGFzZXItc2FmZXR5LW9mZmljZXItaGVhZGVyLmpwZz8xNzM0MzYwMTU3) [ uvex academy ](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/knowledge/uvex-academy/) [ Occupational safety training ](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/knowledge/uvex-academy/occupational-safety-training/) [ Laser safety training ](https://www.uvex-safety.com/en/knowledge/uvex-academy/laser-protection-training/) Online seminar "Laser Safety Officer" ======================================= ![Location](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.com/Knowledge/uvex_Academy/uvex_academy_Relaunch_2024/uvex-academy-schulungen-ort.svg?1732525449) Online -------- ![Language](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.com/Knowledge/uvex_Academy/uvex_academy_Relaunch_2024/uvex-academy-schulungen-sprache.svg?1732526572) English --------- ![Cost](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.com/Knowledge/uvex_Academy/uvex_academy_Relaunch_2024/uvex-academy-schulungen-kosten.svg?1732526787) 1050,00 € ----------- ![Duration](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.com/Knowledge/uvex_Academy/uvex_academy_Relaunch_2024/uvex-academy-schulungen-dauer.svg?1732526572) 2 days (approx. 8h each) -------------------------- Are you working with high-powered lasers in classes 3B, 3R, or 4? Ensure your workplace safety and compliance by becoming a certified Laser Safety Officer. According to the German accident prevention regulation OStrV § 5, it is mandatory to appoint a Laser Safety Officer and provide proof of participation in an accredited course. Join our comprehensive Laser Safety Officer course, designed to equip you with the essential knowledge and skills to manage laser safety effectively. Available dates 2026/27 ------------------------- | 10.11.2026 - 11.11.2026 | 9:00-17:00 o’clock | |---|---| | 16.06.2027 - 17.06.2027 | 9:00-17:00 o’clock | [Book now](https://academy-seminare.uvex-group.com/extern/#/participate/4mghg3) The Laser Safety Officer course is ideal for: ----------------------------------------------- #### **Laser Operators** Individuals who work directly with laser equipment and need to understand safety protocols. #### **Safety Managers** Professionals responsible for workplace safety who need to ensure compliance with laser safety regulations. #### **Engineers and Technicians** Those involved in the design, maintenance, and operation of laser systems. #### **Research Scientists** Researchers working with lasers in laboratory settings. #### **Educators and Trainers** Instructors who teach laser safety or operate laser equipment in educational institutions. This course is perfect for anyone looking to enhance their knowledge and skills in laser safety, ensuring a safe and compliant working environment. ![laser safety training at uvex academy](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/GctE8bhxj5-AUCbLMNPou8cJsCHRzVPXngFxX81YwvM/w:345/h:490/fn:Y3NtX3V2ZXgtYWNhZGVteS1sYXNlcnNjaHV0ei1vcHRpc2NoZS1zdHJhaGx1bmdfZDhjYmFiYTZhNg:t/cb:72bdc5fc3f9c0d241863a49f74e9f2e6e2ee4ad0/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvbS9Lbm93bGVkZ2UvdXZleF9BY2FkZW15L3V2ZXhfYWNhZGVteV9SZWxhdW5jaF8yMDI0L3V2ZXgtYWNhZGVteS1sYXNlcnNjaHV0ei1vcHRpc2NoZS1zdHJhaGx1bmcuanBnPzE3MzI2Mjc0NTM) Contents of the seminar ------------------------- ### Introduction to laser technology - Properties of light - Function and structure of a laser - Technically relevant lasers ### Biological effects - Sensory perception - Applications and laser accidents ### Hazards and laser classes - Primary and secondary hazards - Laser classes - Exposure limits ### The TOP principle - Technical protective measures - Organisational measures - Personal protective measures ### Legal basis - Directives - Regulations and standards ### Risk assessment - Principles of risk assessment - Playful examples Your lecturer: Dr. Klaus Bescherer-Nachtmann ---------------------------------------------- ![](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/8RKSEA7ujHrFQJaOy7-lenu4zUhqvc6AfcrFPHc38X0/w:345/h:462/fn:Y3NtX3V2ZXgtYWNhZGVteS1kb3plbnQtZHIta2xhdXMtYmVzY2hlcmVyLW5hY2h0bWFubl8xNWE3NGU2Zjg5:t/cb:7946aba3363a9401a7266c575b81eb676c9cea53/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvbS9Lbm93bGVkZ2UvdXZleF9BY2FkZW15L3V2ZXhfYWNhZGVteV9SZWxhdW5jaF8yMDI0L3V2ZXgtYWNhZGVteS1kb3plbnQtZHIta2xhdXMtYmVzY2hlcmVyLW5hY2h0bWFubi5qcGc_MTczMjUzMDYzMQ) Dr. Klaus Bescherer-Nachtmann has been an integral part of the uvex academy since 2016. As a trainer for laser safety, his work focuses primarily on artificial optical radiation in the field of lasers and laser safety. ### Professional experience - 5 years as a product manager and developer for large-area laser protection - Trainer in the field of laser protection since 2016 - since 2017 Member of the standards committee of the German Commission for Electrical, Electronic & Information Technologies GK 841 "Optical radiation safety and laser equipment" - since 2021 Laser safety officer for uvex at the Fürth site ### Qualifikation - Doctorate in Chemistry (Queen's University, Kingston, ON, CA) - Product manager and developer (2015-2021) - Laser safety trainer since 2016 - Teaching certificates of the “Certificate Program in University Teaching and Learning (PUTL)”: Certificate I: Foundations and Certificate II: Practical Experience, Queen's University, Kingston, ON, CA - Holder of specialist knowledge for the inspection and assessment of workplace lighting (2023) and for the risk assessment of artificial non-coherent optical radiation (2024) [Book now](https://academy-seminare.uvex-group.com/extern/#/participate/4mghg3) ![Three VDSI credits occupational safety](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/TqYbm7Zv262ka7fCQBUTeNClwB2Bue0RtBOpaeJWm-Y/w:158/h:31/fn:Y3NtXzMtdmRzaS1wdW5rdGUtYXJiZWl0c3NjaHV0ei1zY2h1bHVuZ2VuLXV2ZXgtYWNhZGVteV9lY2M4NTAzOGEz:t/cb:1161d2a4f6134025525215eefb36d23ebb8e1c35/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvbS9Lbm93bGVkZ2UvdXZleF9BY2FkZW15L3V2ZXhfYWNhZGVteV9SZWxhdW5jaF8yMDI0LzMtdmRzaS1wdW5rdGUtYXJiZWl0c3NjaHV0ei1zY2h1bHVuZ2VuLXV2ZXgtYWNhZGVteS5qcGc_MTczNDM1NDAyNQ) ![Certified by VÖSI](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/50I3rqFTieIbgw7MCOUNCzpz1RvSLZ_tQUI-NbtqmDI/w:158/h:31/fn:Y3NtX3ZvZXNpLWxvZ28tc2NodWx1bmdlbi11dmV4LWFjYWRlbXlfYzVjOTFhYTRiOQ:t/cb:f8eea9a71c8062fc690b875cd29a4d3e50bfbcde/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvbS9Lbm93bGVkZ2UvdXZleF9BY2FkZW15L3V2ZXhfYWNhZGVteV9SZWxhdW5jaF8yMDI0L3ZvZXNpLWxvZ28tc2NodWx1bmdlbi11dmV4LWFjYWRlbXkuanBnPzE3MzQzNTQxNDI) ![Contact the uvex academy](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/lxJpu48JDqisa68YTjIEB0GRldn9JvPAqAPX3AOtU0o/w:1920/h:837/fn:Y3NtX3V2ZXgtYWNhZGVteS1sYXNlcnNjaHV0ei1zZW1pbmFyZS1hcmJlaXRzc2NodXR6LXNjaHVsdW5nZW5fZjZmNGI5YzVlMA:t/cb:b99a24530263259f52095545fbabe7b76b28c883/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvbS9Lbm93bGVkZ2UvdXZleF9BY2FkZW15L3V2ZXhfYWNhZGVteV9SZWxhdW5jaF8yMDI0L3V2ZXgtYWNhZGVteS1sYXNlcnNjaHV0ei1zZW1pbmFyZS1hcmJlaXRzc2NodXR6LXNjaHVsdW5nZW4uanBnPzE3MzIxMDY0NTI) Your direct line to the uvex academyDo you have any questions about our seminars or would you like to request an individual offer? 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