IEC TR 62471-3:2015(E) which is a technical report, provides guidelines for the safe use of intense pulsed light (IPL) source equipment in professional premises. It describes possible adverse incidents that may occur in respect of the use of IPL devices and recommends measures to avoid them. IEC TR 62471-3:2015 sets out the control measures recommended for the safety of recipients of IPL treatment, staff, service, maintenance personnel and others. Engineering controls which form part of the IPL equipment or the installation are also briefly described to provide an understanding of the general principles of protection.