Tips for new member Clearoutt(me)

[Clearoutt]

Hi i am new to lasers. i am getting a laser for christmas this one and this is my first laser. and yes i know how powerful it is, i am getting duracel batteries and eagle pair goggles. i know proper saftey procedures but any other tips, tricks and saftey information would be useful, as i wish to be as safe as possible. I know the basic saftey rules dont shine in eyes planes cars living things etc. so any thing you would like to post below feel free to. Thanks for your time

 

[olympus mons]

Best tip a fellow new comer could give you is to read the stickies found here. I have found just about everything in them and then some to get started and have a basic understanding. I would say I feel every new comer should start with reading through the injury reports. Pretty eye opening as to just how fast something can turn ugly with permanent consequences.
Welcome.

 

[VisibleGreen]

yeah other than reading the warnings/stickies always make sure you have a good grip on the laser. Never leave it on while placing it down and don't leave it unattended while on. There's a guy on here that laid his laser on his chair while on and it tipped over causing permanent eye damage to his retina.

 

[Clearoutt]

thanks guys i am actively reading saftey stickies and injury reports thanks for the advice though