Tattoo Removal Laser Safety Training – Class 4 Lasers

Class 4 lasers include all lasers with beam power greater than class 3B, including lasers used for tattoo removal such as the Medlite C6 and Affinity QS.

By definition, a class-4 laser can burn the skin, in addition to potentially devastating and permanent eye damage as a result of direct or diffuse beam viewing. These lasers may ignite combustible materials, and thus may represent a fire risk. Class 4 lasers must be equipped with a key switch and a safety interlocks. Lasers used for tattoo removal will likely have multiple interlocks and a number of other safety mechanisms, including a foot switch, emergency stop button, etc.

Many lasers used for medical, industrial, and research purposes fall into this category.