Merit Moving Systems

Newport Beach, CA

DOT 1839600

For customers' company equipment, transportation, and distribution needs, trust the seasoned professionals at Merit Moving Systems. Their commitment to rising to any challenge and honoring all commitments has made them a reliable choice for moving and logistics services worldwide. Merit Moving Systems has been synonymous with exceptional moving services and unrivaled customer support since 1958! With a robust network partnership with United Van Lines, Merit's Southern California moving crews can handle relocations of any size—whether down the block or halfway around the globe! Clients are assigned dedicated move coordinators who ensure a smooth process by providing comprehensive, written estimates before heavy lifting begins.

Company Profile

Years in Business: 16 years - First Registered in Dec. 2008

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: Less than 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

merit moving & logistics llc

DBA Name

merit moving systems

DOT Number

1839600

Registration Date

22/12/2008

Entity Type

CB

Company Officers

Officer 1

brittany johnson

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

12/11/2024

Added Date

22/12/2008

Cargo Types

General Freight
Household Goods

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2020)

216,100

Filled: 12/11/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

8

Total Drivers

7

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 Merit 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-State538

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

UDKL000139

2023-11-30

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

0Y07002052

2023-08-16

AZ

0

0

1

0

0

7

ND6D004607

2023-06-14

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

ND0G002303

2022-06-20

CA

0

1

0

0

0

1

NBED001956

2020-12-07

CA

1

2

0

1

0

1

NBYQ001325

2020-06-18

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

N9XE001103

2020-03-13

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

NC2K000904

2019-11-06

CA

0

1

0

0

0

3

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

8

Total Inspections

4

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

3

Failed Inspections

1

Driver Failures

3

Vehicle Failures

Violations

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

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2023-08-16

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Windshield wipers inoperative/defective

2023-08-16

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Horn inoperative

2023-08-16

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Glazing permits < 70% of light

2023-08-16

Driver Fitness

No

Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.

2023-08-16

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Improper battery installation

2023-08-16

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Wheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective

2023-08-16

Unsafe Driving

No

Failure to obey traffic control device

2023-08-16

Vehicle Maintenance

No

Inoperable Required Lamp

Violations

46

Total Violations

21

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

FATALITIES

INJURIES

TOW AWAY

LICENSE

CA5501904024

14-JUN-19

CA

0

0

Y

9E06267

CA5501908624

18-DEC-19

CA

0

4

Y

6N12661

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

2

Injury Crashes: 1 / Fatal Crashes: 0

Casualties

4

Injuries

0

Fatalities

Number of Tows

2

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
Fatalities

Incidents by light condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities