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Lawton Moving & Storage

25 Frost Ave, Warwick, RI 02888

DOT 366666

The Lawton family has already invested three generations into the family business. Since 1945, Lawton Moving & Storage has been one of Rhode Island's leading moving companies. It's hard to top a business that has been lending its expertise and services for close to a century. Especially when these services are as varied as theirs. The Lawton team executes both local and long-distance moves flawlessly. They are happy to take you from Maine to Florida or anywhere in New England. They are experts at tackling all kinds of big, small, residential, and commercial moves. This crew is also eager to assist senior citizens. These transitions require a special touch and patience. Thankfully, they have both in spades. Plus, a whole lot of kindness. Beyond moving, they've added other services to their comprehensive list. They've included packing, delivery, distribution, and storage. You can keep your stuff safe at their warehouse for as long as you need. For several years, Lawton Moving & Storage has been voted one of Providence's Top 10 Movers. Choose to have your relocation experience with a company that will never disappoint you. These movers will be along for the ride with you from start to finish.
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Company Profile

Years in Business: 35 years - First Registered in Sep. 1989

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

william lawton & sons inc

DBA Name

lawton moving & storage

DOT Number

366666

Registration Date

20/09/1989

Business Type

corporation

Entity Type

Carrier

Company Officers

Officer 1

lawton moving

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

23/04/2024

Added Date

20/09/1989

Cargo Types

General Freight
Household Goods

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2024)

12,000

Filled: 23/04/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

3

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
B
- 2-3

3

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 Lawton Moving & Storage

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

In-State303

No out-of-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
00LR003231RI2023-07-29100000
00DM000415RI2023-05-05001001
00DM000409RI2023-05-03002000
0084000923RI2023-03-23001000
502C000277RI2021-09-29000000
00SP002374RI2021-05-12001000
00CB002637RI2021-03-22001000
1695000073US2020-09-09000000

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

8

Total Inspections

67

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

2023-07-29Driver FitnessYesOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate. Previously Cited on [DATE]
2023-07-29Driver FitnessYesOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate. Previously Cited on [DATE]
2023-07-29Driver FitnessYesOperating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate. Previously Cited on [DATE]
2023-05-05Unsafe DrivingNoFailure to obey traffic control device
2023-05-05Vehicle MaintenanceNoOperating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection
2023-05-05Unsafe DrivingNoFailure to obey traffic control device
2023-05-05Unsafe DrivingNoFailure to obey traffic control device
2023-05-05Vehicle MaintenanceNoOperating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection

Violations

28

Total Violations

233

Violations per 100k miles