Unsatisfactory Safety Rating
FMCSA has rated this carrier Unsatisfactory following a compliance review.
USE WITH CAUTION
Multiple concerns detected — enhanced vetting required.
CARPENTER CO is a well-established large private carrier (155 units, 139 drivers) based in RICHMOND, VA, operating since 1974. 2 risk signals detected. FMCSA has rated this carrier Unsatisfactory following a compliance review. Additionally, Maximum coverage on file ($750K) is below the FMCSA minimum for Hazmat ($1M).
What's notable
Unsatisfactory Safety Rating
FMCSA has rated this carrier Unsatisfactory following a compliance review.
Insurance Below FMCSA Minimum
Maximum coverage on file ($750K) is below the FMCSA minimum for Hazmat ($1M).
Established Carrier
52 years of continuous active authority with no revocations.
OOS Rates Below Average
Both driver (0.7%) and vehicle (10.9%) out-of-service rates are below national averages, based on 303 inspections.
Clean Crash Record
No DOT-reportable crashes over 52 years of operating history.
Unsatisfactory Safety Rating
FMCSA assigned an Unsatisfactory safety rating — indicating serious safety deficiencies.
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