The document outlines a successful Emergency Preparedness Training session conducted by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) in Region 9, specifically in Fresno, California. Coordinated by Doug Taylor, P.E., the training focused on the Safety Assessment Program (SAP) for civil engineers and related professionals, emphasizing rapid assessments of structures post-disaster. Held on October 24, 2015, the event trained 28 participants, highlighting the importance of free training and a supportive learning environment with refreshments provided to enhance engagement and participation.%0aThe guide also discusses key factors for success, such as maintaining low costs for participants and ensuring a lively training atmosphere. It notes setbacks, including a crowded room, and offers recommendations for future sessions, such as promoting events through personal invitations and utilizing newsletters for follow-up. Overall, the training was deemed successful, with plans for similar sessions to be held annually in Fresno, reinforcing the commitment to ongoing education and preparedness in the engineering community.