Target Operator

PREX Main << Information for Shift Takers

Useful links

• Target OSP
• List of Trained Target Operators
• Target Operator Slides
• Daily Run Plan
• Shift Leader Duties

Target Operator Responsibilities

• Keep track of number of good Coulombs/run (via panguin display in Critical Systems tab or via End of run log entry)
• Operate the target ladder in conjunction with the run plan -> Moving the target (Make a logbook entry after moving the target!)
• Monitor the target system, paying close attention to the target sensors
• Make logbook posts of the target status, including sensor strip charts
• Coordinate with the Shift Leader to ensure all tasks are performed
• Read Common Problems for information on how to deal with common issues cropping up
• record every run in the record paper

Suggested tasks for Target Operator

• Start integrating mode runs (during production)
• Start Compton runs
  • Monitor Compton data
  • Monitor Compton background rates

Please contact Juliette Mammei crowder@jlab.org with questions or suggestions.