# Assessments (General)

## Overview <a href="#overview" id="overview"></a>

You can add/or update [Assessments](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/modules/recovery/assessments) in bulk using the Assessments (General) import option.

Assessments typically come from an external source of property damage and hazard reports, such as an agency. To obtain a working import file the external agency should be advised on the correct field mappings.&#x20;

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Some agencies may have their own specific import file and parsing rule. Check with the agency for the preferred method, it may be a different parsing rule this general one.
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Refer to the register page for general instructions:

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[..](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/system-administration/configuring-the-system/imports)
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## Import File <a href="#instructions" id="instructions"></a>

A CSV format file is required with the correct field mappings.

Refer to the Import Field Mappings section in the [Import Instructions](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/system-administration/configuring-the-system/imports/..#import-instructions) section for the latest import file requirements.

## Import Steps

To import the file:

1. Refer to the general instructions in [Imports](https://docs.cw.crisisworks.com/system-administration/configuring-the-system/imports).
2. In the General section select **Type**: *Register Items*
3. For **Parsing Rule:** select *Assessments (General)*
4. Under **Import File:** use the **Add file** button&#x20;
5. Save and Check Results