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10.II. Surgical and Related Services: Laser, Light-Based Technologies, and Other Energy-Emitting Equipment Standards
10.II.D. Fire protection measures for lasers are in place.
10.II.D.5. Non-combustible materials, supplies, and solutions
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10.II. Surgical and Related Services: Laser, Light-Based Technologies, and Other Energy-Emitting Equipment Standards
10.II.A. In accordance with Chapter 2.II, the governing body has granted each provider privileges for each energy-emitting device that he or she uses.
10.II.A. Resources
10.II.B. Written policies and procedures for each device are present.
10.II.B.1. List of laser used in the facility
10.II.B.2. Laser safety program supervision, education, and policies
10.II.B.3. Requirement for adequate safety training
10.II.B.4. Practices in accordance with manufacturers' guidelines and ANSI Standard
10.II.C. Safety measures for the laser(s) used are in place.
10.II.C.1. Door and window coverings
10.II.C.2. Warning signs at entrances
10.II.C.3. Protective eyewear
10.II.C.4. Smoke evacuators
10.II.C.5. High filtration masks and wall suction
10.II.C.6. Disinfection or sterilization of components
10.II.C.7. Inspection or testing of devices
10.II.D. Fire protection measures for lasers are in place.
10.II.D.1. Fire extinguishers for equipment fires
10.II.D.2. Wet environment around the operative field
10.II.D.3. Container of saline or water
10.II.D.5. Non-combustible materials, supplies, and solutions
10.II.E. Safeguards are in place to ensure patient safety when lasers are used.
10.II.E.1. Protection of the the patient's eyes, skin, and hair
10.II.E.2. Use of non-reflective instruments and supplies
10.II.E.3. Patient education
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