safe to have 2 office laser printers in my office?

Security Guy

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There are 2 big office printers in my office room at work. One is color and the other is b/w. Not sure about my office size but the printers are about 4-5 ft away from where I sit. Is this safe for my health?
 

Feldenak

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No. I would contact OSHA immediately, and let them know you sit in close proximity to not just 1, but 2 laser printers.
 
Dec 10, 2005
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Nope.

You'll die a horrible death when the two laser printers realize that it is two on one in your office. It was nice knowing you...
 

Baked

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Dec 28, 2004
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No, you will die by the end of the year. Should've read the health warning on the box when you bought it.
 

Leros

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The two printers will have a laser battle and you'll be killed in the crossfire.
 

BoomerD

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Feb 26, 2006
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Take relief in knowing that you are sacrificing your health for the benefit of your company.
 

finite automaton

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I'm sorry that no one has given you a real answer.

Make sure each printer is encased in a lead enclosure, this will ensure that no excess radiation is taken in by you or any of your coworkers.
 

her209

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Studies show that sitting next to a laser printer causes hearing loss and e.d.
 

nonameo

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As long as you maintain a stance of dominance I don't think they will hurt you.
 

frostedflakes

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I've actually wondered about the emissions from lasers. I recently replaced my inkjet w/a laser B&W and it produces some funky smell (ozone?) when I print. :p

Emissions probably aren't a problem, though. But something you might not have considered is power use. Lasers require a lot (500W+) while printing, so make sure you don't plug them into cheap power strips or other devices that can't handle the load.
 

spaceman

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Dec 4, 2000
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Originally posted by: Brainonska511
Originally posted by: nonameo
As long as you maintain a stance of dominance I don't think they will hurt you.

A wide stance?

a buffalo stance
with neneh cherry.
and then we can save tonight with eagle eye
come tomorow we'll be gone.
 

Newbian

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Aug 24, 2008
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So did your sperm hurt the first time you sat there and after a bit it stopped? ;)