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FMCSA Compliance Review and Rating Information
Posted by David Piotrowski
Interstate household goods moving companies are licensed by the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT). Interstate carriers are subject to the FMCSA ratings system and compliance reviews.
FMCSA safety ratings are in effect to verify that motor carriers have adequate safety management controls in place to ensure compliance with the applicable laws. Approximately 16,000 compliance reviews and conducted each year, but only a fraction of those reviews are rated. Of the carriers that receive a compliance review, more than 40% receive either a conditional or unsatisfactory safety rating. Ratings are easily viewable on the FMCSA website at http://www.protectyourmove.gov.
FMCSA ratings can be appealed by an “administrative appeal” under 49 CFR Section 385.15 or by “correction action” in 49 CFR Section 385.17.
Some of the biggest violations are due to improper or inadequate driver log books, failure to screen for alcohol/drugs, and failing to maintain and prepare adequate records.
The Law Office of David Piotrowski can assist carrier’s with ensuring their compliance with FMCSA rules and regulations.
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February 3rd, 2012 at 4:53 pm
Great information! (and entire site for that matter) I wish more people were aware of things like this. It can get so irritating seeing uninsured & non licensed companies. Keep up the good work!
Jordan Lahey
Helping Hands is the top rated Jacksonville moving company.