A new virtual training course designed to equip operating room personnel and healthcare professionals with critical laser safety knowledge is launching this fall. The Medical Laser Safety Officer (MLSO) Course will be held online September 27-28, 2025, and is open for registration at medicallasersafety.com.
As laser technology continues to revolutionize surgical and clinical care, the risks associated with its use demand strict safety protocols. This comprehensive two-day course is approved by the Board of Laser Safety (BLS) and fulfills the training prerequisite to sit for the Certified Medical Laser Safety Officer Exam.
Course Overview
Led by nationally recognized experts Vangie Dennis, MSN, RN, CNOR, CMLSO, FAORN, and Patti Owens, BSN, MHA, RN, CNOR, CMLSO, the MLSO course delivers in-depth instruction on laser biophysics, tissue interaction, and safety management. Attendees will explore multi-wavelength laser technologies and review standards from ANSI Z136.3-2024, the AORN Laser Safety Guidelines (2020), and CSA Z386-24.
Participants will gain the tools to:
- Understand laser-tissue interactions and classifications
- Assess and control laser-associated hazards
- Develop and evaluate laser safety programs
- Navigate compliance with regulatory bodies including TJC, CMS, OSHA, AAAHC, and QUAD A
- Address safety in surgical, dental, dermatological, and ophthalmological settings
Who Should Attend
The course is designed for perioperative nurses, surgical technologists, radiation safety officers, biomedical engineers, and laser safety officers (LSOs).
Course Details
- Dates:Â September 27-28, 2025
- Format:Â Live Virtual Training
- Cost:Â $795
- Registration:Â www.medicallasersafety.com
Why It Matters
Having a certified Medical Laser Safety Officer is not optional – it’s essential. Without proper oversight, healthcare facilities risk regulatory violations, patient harm, and compromised staff safety. This course arms attendees with the knowledge and certification path necessary to manage these risks effectively.
For additional details about the course or to register, visit www.medicallasersafety.com.
Learn more about the Certified MLSO exam at www.lasersafety.org.
