From: Francisco Cordova <fcordova@naic.edu>
Date: Mon, Feb 3, 2020 at 10:03 AM
Subject: [AOstaff] Restarting Observations at AO
To: <aostaff@naic.edu>


Dear AO staff,



Hope all is well. After the series of earthquakes that have impacted P.R.
we had temporarily suspended operations until a thorough inspection of the
primary structural elements was completed. We were able to complete that
inspection last week; the three concrete towers, platform steel structure
and mechanical components, Gregorian dome and site buildings were inspected
and no significant damage was found; only minor damage was found at some
cable dampers (which will be replaced), the outside stairs at building #2
(which is already fixed) and loose debris around the site.



Having found no structural damage, *we have officially restarted science
observations.*



Thanks to the platform and maintenance employees for inspecting, fixing and
cleaning the affected areas.



As a safety precaution, access to the Platform will be limited to essential
personnel performing maintenance tasks only.  Before accessing the Platform
your name must be recorded by the telescope operator.





Thanks,