As part of Washington state’s continued efforts to reduce greenhouse gases (GHG), RCW 47.01.520 directs a multiagency effort to create tools that enable a timely deployment of charging and refueling infrastructure necessary to support statewide and local transportation electrification efforts that result in emissions reductions consistent with state goals.
One of these efforts is focused on the creation of centralized tools for state agencies to manage data for electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE) or electric vehicle chargers.
What is SAFE?
SAFE was developed in collaboration between the Department of Transportation (WSDOT), Department of Enterprise Services (DES) and Department of Commerce’s State Efficiency and Environmental Performance (SEEP) Office. SAFE is a set of tools for any agency to self-manage EVSE information to provide state employee drivers with better information about charging locations and capabilities across the state.
How to access SAFE tools
State employees can access the tools using the links provided below.
If you need to input charger information, you’ll need to request an account by emailing the State Efficiency and Environmental Performance office (SEEP) at SEEP@commerce.wa.gov. The SEEP office will respond with a link to create an account at ArcGIS Online, and then agencies can proceed to access SAFE tools.
The tools, based on popular cloud-based mapping solutions, include:
State employee driver map
This interactive map, designed for all state employees, shows charging sites available by state agency. All non state-owned public charging sites plus state agency-owned sites are displayed in a map with key information. The interface provides charging network and charger information along with help contact information and access to a driver feedback form. Visit the SAFE Driver Map Frequently Asked Questions for tips on how to use the map.
State employee driver feedback
The driver feedback form is designed to help improve agencies’ awareness of potential issues and identify opportunities for improvement. You can access and submit the driver feedback form in the driver map, and feedback is emailed to the charging site’s managing agency from the driver map.
SAFE data entry tool
The data entry tool is a secure starting point for capturing detailed information about the charging sites and chargers such as location, status, hours of operation, ports/connectors, charging network, contact information and other details, such as warranties, that are useful to agencies that manage electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE).
SAFE data editing tool
This map-based tool helps authenticated users manage existing EVSE information. EVSE administrators can also use this tool to update existing site information.
Technical assistance
For any technical assistance or support needs with the SAFE tool, please submit your request at SAFE Tool Support requests or email SEEP@commerce.wa.gov.
Other resources for state agencies
- SAFE announcement: Announcing State Agency Fleet EVSE (SAFE) Tools (PDF)
- Driver resources: SAFE Driver Map one pager (PDF) and SAFE Driver Map Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)
- SAFE training slides (PDF)
- Getting started in State Agency Fleet EVSE (PDF)
- Training videos for State Agency Fleet EVSE (SAFE) Tools: SAFE training recording