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This page provides all the information that you need to be a SpinQuest Target Operator.  The section below provides the link to the training required to complete before you can take shifts as a Target Operator.  Also listed below is a list of qualified Target Experts and Target Operators.  Make sure your name is on the list of Target Operators before you show up for a shift.

Required Training

General NM4 Access Requirement

Target Operator Training

Target Operator Practical

Qualified Target Personnel

Qualified Target Operators

Qualifier Target Experts

Target operator Role

The target operator's job is to monitor and maintain the cryogenic system of the polarized target and maintaining maximum polarization polarization of the target whenever possible while beam is on.


There are three main modes:

Idle Mode

Hold Cold Mode

Production Mode

Note: Please coordinate with the Target Expert on shift if there is a transition from one mode to another.









1. Target TV 

2. Fridge 2x3 (Strip Charts)

3. QT-Terminal

4. NMR Terminal

5. Microwave Terminal

6. Target Lifter Terminal

7. Procedures

8. Root Pumps

Current Target Operator Shifts







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