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Sterling Piano Movers

6850 Suva St, Bell Gardens, Los Angeles, CA

DOT 568254

Sterling Piano Movers are the true stars of piano moving! Whether it’s a grand piano, an upright, or even a hefty organ, these guys have been killing piano moves for more than thirty years now. They don’t just move pianos—they treat them like the treasures they are. No matter if you need to move it two blocks away or across the country, Sterling Piano Movers can take it anywhere in the U.S. These folks have truly mastered the art of piano transport, and don't just take it from us! Their reviews are all shiny five stars! Their service is truly grand (pun intended), offering everything from packing and securing your piano with insulating blankets to expert hoisting and careful maneuvering through tricky spaces. With their dollies and boards, they’ll have your instrument rolling out like it’s on a red carpet! Need to store your piano for a bit? They've got safe, affordable storage solutions too. And when you’re ready for delivery, they’ll have it in your new home without a scratch. When it comes to moving your prized instrument, this is the team that will hit all the right notes. Ask for a quote.
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Company Profile

Years in Business: 30 years - First Registered in Jul. 1994

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

sterling van lines inc

DOT Number

568254

Registration Date

07/07/1994

Business Type

corporation

Entity Type

Carrier

Company Officers

Officer 1

gerald cassidy

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

23/06/2023

Added Date

07/07/1994

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2022)

170,000

Filled: 23/06/2023

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

3

Total Drivers

3

CDL

Fleet Size:
C
- 4-6

6

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 Sterling Piano Movers

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-State033

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
UFGT005878CA2024-08-29000001
XE02650214AZ2024-06-27100013
0452005770ME2024-05-06020003
NEKW002081CA2024-04-29000000
1410810093CO2024-04-22010004
0688440055CO2024-02-07001100
UCH4001238CA2023-08-18000000
UGEP000311CA2023-07-15000002

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

34

Total Inspections

20

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

3

Failed Inspections

1

Driver Failures

2

Vehicle Failures

Violations

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

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-08-29Vehicle MaintenanceNoTire-tread and/or sidewall separation
2024-06-27Vehicle MaintenanceNoLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative
2024-06-27Controlled Substances/&#8203;AlcoholYesIntoxicating - No driver shall be on duty or operate a commercial motor vehicle while the driver possesses an intoxicating beverage regardless of its alcohol con
2024-06-27Vehicle MaintenanceNoWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.
2024-06-27Vehicle MaintenanceNoLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative.
2024-06-27Vehicle MaintenanceNoEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured.
2024-06-27Vehicle MaintenanceNoWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.
2024-06-27Vehicle MaintenanceNoEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured

Violations

102

Total Violations

60

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #
DATE
STATE
FATALITIES
INJURIES
TOW AWAY
LICENSE NUMBER
CA000972473827-JUL-24CA00YCP93822

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

1

Injury Crashes: 0 / Fatal Crashes: 0

Casualties

0

Injuries

0

Fatalities

Number of Tows

1

Injuries

Crash Factors

Incidents by season

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Fatalities

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Incidents by road surface condition

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Incidents by light condition

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