Fortson Moving Systems

309 6TH Street South, Oneonta, AL, United States, Alabama

DOT 723427

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Fortson Moving Systems, serving Alabama since 1965, has built a legacy of trust and reliability in the moving industry. Originally known as Peppers Moving, this family-run business merged to offer expanded services both locally and nationwide. With locations across Oneonta, Albertville, Gadsden, and Foley, Fortson Moving Systems is equipped to handle residential, commercial, and long-distance moves, as well as senior transitions. Their commitment to top-tier service has earned them recognition as a HomeAdvisor Elite business, renowned for quality and customer satisfaction. Whether it's a local move or a cross-country journey, Fortson Moving Systems guarantees a seamless, stress-free experience.
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Company Profile

Years in Business: 27 years - First Registered in Jan. 1998

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

tommy fortson iv

DBA Name

fortson moving systems

DOT Number

723427

Registration Date

08/01/1998

Business Type

individual

Entity Type

CS

Company Officers

Officer 1

tommy fortson

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

29/12/2023

Added Date

08/01/1998

Key Metrics

High-level performance indicators to quickly assess the company's scale and activity.

Annual Miles (2023)

51,048

Filled: 29/12/2023

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

4

Total Drivers

3

CDL

Fleet Size:
E
- 9-11

11

Total Trucks

Safety Information

Detailed safety guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance and minimize risks.

Violations

Total
Severe (Out of Service)
Driver Unfit to Drive
Unsafe Driving
Tired Driver
Vehicle Not Well Maintained

Violations explained

These are all the recorded violations for Fortson Moving Systems

Total: All recorded violations.
Severe (Out of Service): Critical violations halting operations until fixed. (The truck or the driver cannot drive and it would be illegal for them to do so.)
Driver Unfit to Drive: Violations regarding driver qualifications (medical, CDL, documents). For example, they are supposed to wear eyeglasses but are found driving without them.
Unsafe Driving: Violations like speeding, improper lane changes, ignoring traffic signs.
Tired Driver: Violations of driving/rest period rules preventing fatigue.
Vehicle Not Well Maintained: Vehicle-related violations (brakes, lights, cargo security, mechanical).

Monthly Risk Score

5 measures combined monthly score

The Risk Score evaluates each carrier's safety performance, combining key factors to provide a comprehensive safety assessment.

Purpose of the Risk Score: The score identifies carriers with higher safety risks by analyzing critical safety factors and providing actionable insights for improvement.

Factors Included in the Score: Combines unsafe driving, hours of service, driver fitness, substance use, and vehicle maintenance measures into a single metric.

Weight Distribution: Each factor is weighted based on its impact on safety, with unsafe driving and compliance having the highest influence.

Data Sources: Derived from regulatory records, inspection results, and carrier-reported data, ensuring a robust and accurate evaluation.

Use of the Risk Score: Helps stakeholders identify high-risk carriers, prioritize interventions, and promote safer practices across the transportation industry.

Drivers

Overview of vehicle assets and their allocation for operational needs.

Driver & Distance Allocation

Breakdown of driver assignments by route type and trip distance.

Local(< 100 mi)

Long-Distance(> 100 mi)

Total

Out-of-State404

No in-state trips recorded for this period.

Inspections

This is a list of FMCSA inspections from highway stops, conducted either randomly by highway patrol or at weigh stations.

REPORT #
STATE
DATE↓
DRIVER VIOLATIONS
VEHICLE VIOLATIONS
UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS
DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS
SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS
VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS
PGCV004864AL2023-07-18000000
CLCV000205AL2023-07-14000001
PGCV004631AL2022-11-07000000
HP00533088KS2022-06-09000000
0006138964NC2019-10-30000000
JZCV008064AL2019-09-18000101
0170000561GA2019-09-17000001
0194012808MS2019-03-28100100

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

8

Total Inspections

16

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

1

Failed Inspections

1

Driver Failures

0

Vehicle Failures

Inspections

The blue states indicate where this company was stopped for inspections in the past 4 years.

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during FMCSA inspections.

Insp DateCategorySevere FailureViolation Details

Violations

7

Total Violations

14

Violations per 100k miles