There is no telescope operator at VATT. It is the observers' responsibility, prior to their run, to ensure that they have been trained in the operation of the telescope and in the use of the scheduled instrument. Arrangements for training and checkout can be made via VORG's Telescope Scientist, Richard Boyle.

Please follow this link to see currently checked out observers.

For the present, we are requiring two observers to be present at VATT. This is both for efficiency of observing and for telescope and personnel safety. Exceptions to this policy can be requested.

VATT's operational instructions and documentation for the telescope control system (TCS) can be found at the VATT Observer's home page.