Meathead Movers

Huntington Beach, CA

DOT 921143

Meathead Movers, a one-of-a-kind moving company founded by brothers Aaron and Evan Steed, has grown from humble beginnings to become the largest independent mover in California. Starting with just pizza and $20 as their first payment, they embarked on their journey in 1997 when a friend's parents requested their help. Today, they haul items of all scales, moving them across the country, helping small families and large corporations. Supporting their business also means funding local shelters and the recovery of domestic violence victims. Working with Meathead Movers is securing the service needed and supporting the community.

Company Profile

Years in Business: 24 years - First Registered in Dec. 2000

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

meathead movers inc

DOT Number

921143

Registration Date

12/12/2000

Business Type

partnership

Entity Type

Carrier

Company Officers

Officer 1

aaron b. steed

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

29/03/2024

Added Date

12/12/2000

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2023)

1,188,444

Filled: 29/03/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

87

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
N
- 45-55

53

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 Meathead 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

In-State04141
Out-of-State04646

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
UEGH000290CA2024-11-16000000
UDV3001925CA2024-11-14000002
U748400750MT2024-11-07000000
UCW8000158CA2024-11-05001000
N75Q004292CA2024-10-30000000
NAFA007098CA2024-10-30000000
N75Q004291CA2024-10-30000000
UBNX001171CA2024-10-24000000

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

462

Total Inspections

39

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

0

Failed Inspections

0

Driver Failures

0

Vehicle Failures

Violations

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

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-11-14Vehicle MaintenanceNoLighting - Backup lamp inoperative
2024-11-14Vehicle MaintenanceNoLighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative
2024-11-05Unsafe DrivingNoDriver - Failed to require passenger(s) (not a co-driver) to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV.
2024-09-19Vehicle MaintenanceNoInoperable Required Lamp
2024-06-29Vehicle MaintenanceNoWindshield - Obstructed
2024-06-29Vehicle MaintenanceNoWipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers.
2024-06-29Vehicle MaintenanceNoNo/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher
2024-06-29Hours-of-Service ComplianceNoPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver

Violations

325

Total Violations

27

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #
DATE↓
STATE
FATALITIES
INJURIES
TOW AWAY
LICENSE NUMBER
CA580211066908-JUL-21CA00Y21350F3
CA010056156110-NOV-20CA00Y23387N2
CA000915448813-SEP-20CA01Y23392N2
CA835211078920-OCT-21CA00Y97847E3
CA420230412822-DEC-23CA00Y23396N2

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

5

Injury Crashes: 1 / Fatal Crashes: 0

Casualties

1

Injuries

0

Fatalities

Number of Tows

5

Injuries

Number of injuries per year

Crash Factors

Incidents by season

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by weather condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by road surface condition

Crashes
Injuries
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Incidents by light condition

Crashes
Injuries
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