This course will cover basic laser principles, laser show safety and regulations on the federal, local and state level. Every professional laserist should know this information in order to make educated decisions in the field. "Safety" is the key word for this curriculum. Lasers can be dangerous if handled improperly, that's why there are standards and regulations. The ANSI Standard Z136.1 is written and amended by laser professionals to suggest best practical methods of operation and calculations which is recognized by OSHA.