For the purpose of this subchapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
REGISTERED DISASTER SERVICE WORKER. A person registered with either the California Building Officials (CALBO) or the State Office of Emergency Services (OES), having completed training in the procedures of ATC-20, “PROCEDURES FOR POST EARTHQUAKE SAFETY EVALUATION OF BUILDINGS,” as developed by the Structural Engineers Association of California (SEAOC).
SAFETY ASSESSMENT. A visual, nondestructive examination of a building or structure for the purpose of determining the condition for continued occupancy following a natural or manmade disaster.
(Ord. 586-C.S., passed 2-7-95)