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Science Users Information  >  Observing Facilities  >  La Silla Paranal Observatory  >  Safety Information
  21 May 2025
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Safety Information

This is the top safety page and provide important safety information and links.

In Case of Emergency

La Silla : Call 4444 or use beeper (93) code 00
 
Paranal: Call 5555 or Channel 3
 
APEX: Check the Safety Page

Safety Procedures

Please be aware of the Emergency Procedures for the sites:

  • Emergency Procedures for La Silla
  • Emergency Procedures for Paranal
  • Emergency Procedures for APEX

Further Documentation

In addition, the following safety information and documents are available:

  • La Silla Safety Information
  • Paranal Safety Rules
  • APEX Safety Documents
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