Training telescope operators and support astronomers at Paranal
Henri M. J. Boffin, Dimitri A. Gadotti, Joe Anderson, Andres Pino,, Willem-Jan de Wit, Julien H. V. Girard

TL;DR
This paper describes the training programs at Paranal Observatory, highlighting recent initiatives in astronomical, quality control, adaptive optics, and interferometry training to ensure efficient operations.
Contribution
It details the development and implementation of comprehensive, evolving training plans for staff at Paranal Observatory, including new specialized courses and future training strategies.
Findings
Enhanced staff training improves operational efficiency.
Introduction of specialized courses in adaptive optics and interferometry.
Ongoing development of training programs to meet evolving scientific needs.
Abstract
The operations model of the Paranal Observatory relies on the work of efficient staff to carry out all the daytime and nighttime tasks. This is highly dependent on adequate training. The Paranal Science Operations department (PSO) has a training group that devises a well-defined and continuously evolving training plan for new staff, in addition to broadening and reinforcing courses for the whole department. This paper presents the training activities for and by PSO, including recent astronomical and quality control training for operators, as well as adaptive optics and interferometry training of all staff. We also present some future plans.
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