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Fortson Moving Systems

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

DOT 723427

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E-Mail
fortsonmoving.april@gmail.com
Phone Number
+12056256134

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Company information

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.

Department of Transportation Government Data

All data is sourced from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

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

01/08/1998

Business Type

individual

Entity Type

CS

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

12/29/2023

Added Date

01/08/1998

Company Officers

Officer 1

tommy fortson

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2023)

51,048

Filled: 12/29/2023

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 #

DATE

↓

STATE

DRIVER VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE VIOLATIONS

UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS

DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS

SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS

PGCV004864

2023-07-18

AL

0

0

0

0

0

0

CLCV000205

2023-07-14

AL

0

0

0

0

0

1

PGCV004631

2022-11-07

AL

0

0

0

0

0

0

HP00533088

2022-06-09

KS

0

0

0

0

0

0

0006138964

2019-10-30

NC

0

0

0

0

0

0

JZCV008064

2019-09-18

AL

0

0

0

1

0

1

0170000561

2019-09-17

GA

0

0

0

0

0

1

0194012808

2019-03-28

MS

1

0

0

1

0

0

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

Violations

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

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2023-07-14

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Inoperable Required Lamp

2023-07-14

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Inoperable Required Lamp

2023-07-14

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Inoperable Required Lamp

2019-09-18

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

False report of drivers record of duty status

2019-09-18

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection

2019-09-17

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher

2019-03-28

Hours-of-Service ComplianceYes

False report of drivers record of duty status

Violations

7

Total Violations

14

Violations per 100k miles

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DOT Number

804775

Violations

2

Inspections

1

Fleet Size

6

Drivers

6

OOS Rate

0%