Safety Assessment Program
The Safety Assessment Program (SAP) utilizes volunteers and mutual aid resources to provide professional engineers, architects, and certified building inspectors to assist local governments in safety evaluation of their built environment in the aftermath of a disaster. The program is managed by Cal OES, in cooperation with professional organizations. Cal OES Recovery SAP issues registration ID cards to all SAP Evaluators that have successfully completed the program requirements.
Please note that significant changes have been made to the training and data management procedures for the SAP program since 2023. SAP has transitioned to Veoci as its primary software platform for all program-related management. All previous SAP members can access their Veoci profiles by following the instructions in the provided PDF document.Â
 You can expect to receive mass notifications via email or text message from the Veoci number: +1 (866) 436-1056. These messages will be sent during California disasters, SAP exercises, or other relevant events. Additionally, if local emergency agencies outside of California request it, you may receive text notifications.Â
Program UPDATES
Cal OES SAP is proud to introduce CALSAFE (Safety Assessment for Field Evaluations), formerly known as Veoci. This new branding better reflects our mission and statewide focus on safety, coordination, and rapid support for all participating agencies. All SAP operational functions such as mass notifications, field deployments, and data collection will now operate under CALSAFE. While the system’s core functionality remains unchanged, users will experience no disruption in access or capabilities.
Current SAP Evaluators and Trainers can use the button below to access your SAP profile and digital SAP ID Cards. Or contact SAP@caloes.ca.gov
SAP Evaluator & Coordinator Trainings
Safety Assessment Program Instructor-Led Trainings:
Virtual- AIA New York State 2-Day Safety Assessment Program Evaluator Training: Thursday and Friday, September 18-19, 2025, 9am-12:30pm Eastern Time
Cost: $95 for AIA members (all states), $115 for non-members. 7 HSW/LU learning units.
Platform: Virtual on Zoom- Attendees must be on camera at all times during the training. The link to attend will be sent the day before the event to those who have registered.
Registration:Â Website for Info and Registration
Class Materials: SAP Student Manual Version 18 -NEWÂ Â *It is also requested that all attendees purchase ATC 20 and ATC 45 in advance of the training session.
Safety Assessment Program Self-Paced Online Trainings
These courses will provide participants with a basic understanding of how to both conduct evaluations and prepare for/lead a successful SAP response mission.
SAP Online Evaluator Course
Cost: FreeÂ
Registration: Please register for the course on Realize Your Potential: California Specialized Training Institute.
Prerequisites: None.
For a complete guide on how to register for the course, please see the SAP CSTI Online Evaluator Course Guide.
SAP Online Refresher Course
Cost: FreeÂ
Registration: Please register for the course on Be Ready – Train CSTI.
Prerequisites: You must be within one year of your SAP ID’s expiration date to qualify for the refresher course.
For a complete guide on how to register for the course, please see the SAP CSTI Refresher Instructions.
SAP Trainer Training
California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services
This full day training will include the SAP Evaluator Training and Coordinator Trainings presented to demonstrate how to train others in both classes. At the conclusion of the training, all attendees will be given the materials needed to provide SAP trainings and will be included on our Certified Trainer list on the webpage.Â
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Do You Need to Schedule a SAP Evaluator Team Training?
For any group or agency that would like to coordinate their own SAP Evaluator and/or Coordinator Training event, please see the Authorized List of SAP Trainers and contact one nearby to make arrangements: SAP Authorized Trainers – Veoci.
ADDITIONAL SAP RESOURCES
SAP Member contact information updates/ questions on status
We no longer keep a list of SAP Evaluator status online in order to keep member information confidential. Please email any updates or questions on status to : SAP@CalOES.ca.gov
SAP Documents
- ATC -20 Detailed Evaluation Form for use in SAP Activation
- ATC -20 Rapid Evaluation Form for use in SAP Activation
- ATC-45 Detailed Evaluation Form for use in SAP Activation
- ATC-45 Rapid Evaluation Form for use in SAP Activation
- Access the On-Line SAP Refresher Course Instructions
- Continuing Education Credit Form CSUS form to apply for credit for SAP Training
- CSTI Updated Training Information updated in response to the COVID-19 outbreak
- Job Aid SAP Partner Organization Intended for partner organizations with processes and deployment issues; especially for training, deployment in California, out of state, or to a jurisdiction lacking knowledge of the SAP program.
- Job Aid for SAP Trainers October 2021 Information on how to organize a SAP training class and helpful suggestions for trainers when holding a SAP training.
- SAP Approved Licenses and Certificates License and certification requirements for Evaluator participation in SAP
- Job Aid for SAP Coordinator This job aid helps SAP Coordinators with deployment issues and processes; intended for those being sent into large-scale deployment in California, out of state, or to a jurisdiction lacking knowledge of or preparation for SAP. (Revised 11/16)
- SAP Safety Assessment for Schools After a Disaster
- SAP Coordinator Manual Version 12 (updated September 2023) Student manual for the Safety Assessment Program Coordinator Training
- SAP Evaluator Job Aid Revised 11/16 Intended for SAP Evaluators who are deployed. (Revised 11/16)
- SAP Evaluator Student Manual- Version 18 (Updated September 2023) Student manual for the Safety Assessment Program Evaluator Training
- SAP Frequently Asked Questions
- SAP Informational Flyer
- SAP CSTI Online Evaluator Course Guide
SAP Forms to be Used by SAP Evaluators
- ATC -20 Rapid Evaluation Form for use in SAP Activation
- ATC -20 Detailed Evaluation Form for use in SAP Activation
- ATC-45 Detailed Evaluation Form for use in SAP Activation
- ATC-45 Rapid Evaluation Form for use in SAP Activation
- Airport Evaluation Form
- Bridge Evaluation Form
- Geotechnical Evaluation Form
- Inspected Placard
- Pipeline Evaluation Form
- Pump Station Evaluation FormÂ
- Reservoir Evaluation Form
- Restricted Use Placard 1
- Restricted Use Placard 2
- Road-Highway Evaluation Form
- Safety Assessment for Schools After a Disaster
- Treatment Plant (Wastewater) Form
- Treatment Plant (Water) Evaluation Form
- Unsafe Placard
Additional Readings and Useful Links
- ​Survey of Damage to Historic Adobe Buildings Northridge Earthquake (pdf) – Getty Conservation Institute
- Applied Technology Council – Placards and Forms
- American Construction Inspectors Association
- American Institute of Architects
- American Society of Civil Engineers
- ​​Applied Technology Council
- California Building Officials
- Federal Emergency Management Agency
- ​FEMA Policy on Post-Disaster Safety Inspections
- Structural Engineers Association of California
- U.S. Geological Survey