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Laser pointer BOB Laser “Infrared Laser Pointer” — risk: damage to sight
Published in the Safety Gate weekly report: · Ref. A12/1470/12
Summary
null The product poses a risk of damage to sight because it is a class 4 laser. The fact that the beam is not visible makes the risk higher. In addition, the information provided is insufficient with regards to the laser class and warnings.With respect to the provision of warnings and safety information, the product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825.
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Product
Laser pointer — BOB Laser
- Brand
- BOB Laser
- Name / model
- Infrared Laser Pointer · Unknown
- Batch number(s)
- Unknown
- Category
- Laser pointers
- Handheld laser 2000 mW, Class 4, Infrared wavelength 808 nm with adjustable focus. Black, on/off button, key lock and wrist cord.
What is the risk?
- null The product poses a risk of damage to sight because it is a class 4 laser. The fact that the beam is not visible makes the risk higher. In addition, the information provided is insufficient with regards to the laser class and warnings.With respect to the provision of warnings and safety information, the product does not comply with the relevant European standard EN 60825.
Source: Safety Gate — European Commission
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