The TALSO [Triangle Area Laser Safety Officers] group met September 22, 2005 at Dupont's RTP facility.  Special thanks to Allan Nowak and Dupont for hosting this event.

I. Welcomed new TALSO member Daren Hart

II. Reviewed notes & action items (none) from June 9 Meeting

III. Case Study: Temporary Laser Experiment at Duke’s Free Electron Laser Laboratory

- B. Edwards presented the experimental set up for a high power laser in a non-light tight room, along with the various measures instituted to ensure safety and compliance

IV. Presentation: Upgrades to Duke Laser Safety Database

- B. Edwards presented on enhancements added to Duke’s ACCESS laser safety database, and how those enhancements

V. Any other business

- Discussion on the benefits of practicing professional presentations in front of a friendly audience (e.g. TALSO)

ACTION: G. Beasley to solicit student presentations for next TALSO meeting

VI. Next meeting: 2 PM THURSDAY, January 19, 2006 at DUPONT; Thanks again to Allan Nowak and Dupont for hosting!

 Thank you for your interest in laser safety.  See you January 19!