To request an appointment at our office during COVID-19 please email InfoSSC@CalOES.ca.gov with your request.
The mission of the Seismic Safety Commission is to provide decision makers and the general public with cost-effective recommendations to reduce earthquake losses and speed recovery.
The Commission investigates earthquakes, researches earthquake-related issues and reports, and recommends to the Governor and Legislature policies and programs needed to reduce earthquake risk. Among the duties of the Commission are:
- Managing California’s Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program
- Reviewing seismic activities funded by the State
- Providing a consistent policy direction for earthquake-related programs for agencies at all government levels
- Proposing and reviewing earthquake-related legislation
- Conducting public hearings on seismic safety issues
- Recommending earthquake safety programs to governmental agencies and the private sector
- Investigating and evaluating earthquake damage and reconstruction efforts following damaging earthquakes
July 7, 2022 Seismic Safety Commission Meeting Agenda
July 7 2022 Seismic Safety Commission Meeting Agenda
Public Resources
- Power Outage and Fire Recovery Resources
The State of California is providing resources to help Californians impacted by the unique challenges brought on by wildfire and power shutoffs www.response.ca.gov - Frequently Asked Questions
- Mitigation Plan
- Tsunami Information
- Access to Public Records
- Student/Teacher Resources
- Related Links
- State Employment
IF A 7.0 EARTHQUAKE HIT, WOULD YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO?
HayWired is a California regional and statewide earthquake preparedness initiative that aims to shift behavior change about earthquakes and ensure all affected are prepared to Outsmart Disaster
Learn More
What is ShakeOut? The Earthquake Country Alliance (ECA) organizes California’s annual statewide earthquake drill, with more than 10.5 million participants. ECA provides valuable earthquake preparedness information, interactive maps, games, quizzes, news, and events. We all must become better prepared for major earthquakes, and also practice how to protect ourselves when they happen. The purpose of the ShakeOut is to help people and organizations do both. Visit www.ShakeOut.org to register to participate, and to learn how you can prepare. Information is available in Spanish and other languages.
ARE YOU PREPARED?
To learn more about preparing for an earthquake, visit:
The Homeowner’s Guide to Earthquake Safety
The Commercial Property Owner’s Guide to Earthquake Safety
- Press Release: California Seismic Safety Commission
Seismic Safety Commission Issues Priority Recommendations for Renewed Investment in Seismic Resilience across California. - Press Release: California Seismic Safety Commission
On May 18, 2016 the Seismic Safety Commission will participate at Disaster Readiness Workshop hosted by the California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.
PUBLICATIONS
| Homeowner’s Guide | Commercial Property Owner’s Guide | Homeowner’s Guide in Spanish | Homeowner’s Guide Resource Links |
POLICY
| Findings and Recommendations | Schools | Hospital Seismic Safety |
| Future Field Act | New School Construction | Submit Your Comments |
State Wide Campaigns
Contact
- Email: InfoSSC@CalOES.ca.gov
- Phone: (916) 263-5506
- Fax: (916) 263-0594
- Address: 2945 Ramco Street, Suite 195
West Sacramento, CA 95691
