Silicon Valley Moving and Storage

Oakland, CA

DOT 70719

With availability from Monday to Friday, morning until noon, Silicon Valley Moving & Storage stands as a beacon of trustworthiness and convenience for all relocation needs. From the moment it opened its doors in 1990, this fully licensed and insured company has captured the essence of reliability and affordability in the realm of moving and storage services. Owned by the remarkable Cheri Childs, their commitment to excellence shines through each endeavor. As an award-winning Interstate Agent for Bekins Van Lines, Inc., they embrace the art of safe and professional services for both interstate and international moves. Their accolades, including the prestigious Spire Award for Excellence in Customer Experience, illuminate their dedication.

Company Profile

Years in Business: 51 years - First Registered in Jun. 1974

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

wheaton van lines inc

DBA Name

wheaton worldwide moving

DOT Number

70719

Registration Date

01/06/1974

Business Type

corporation

Entity Type

Carrier

Company Officers

Officer 1

jim witzerman

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

12/09/2023

Added Date

01/06/1974

Cargo Types

General Freight
Household Goods

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2022)

24,276,070

Filled: 12/09/2023

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

1,010

Total Drivers

675

CDL

Fleet Size:
U
- 551-999

867

Total Trucks

Safety Rating

S

Latest Review: N (1/1/1970)

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 Silicon Valley Moving and 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

Out-of-State010101010

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
2086001404WA2024-11-25000100
N209433013PA2024-11-25000004
2152000032WA2024-11-22000000
UCEG000266CA2024-11-19000000
1203580586CO2024-11-19000000
0006701362NC2024-11-18000000
0940000888NH2024-11-18000000
1704000014CO2024-11-15000000

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

3136

Total Inspections

13

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 DateCategorySevere FailureViolation Details

Violations

100

Total Violations

0

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #
DATE↓
STATE
FATALITIES
INJURIES
TOW AWAY
LICENSE NUMBER
MO000010569501-DEC-23MO00YPWG5340
TX60WBHQE1I301-MAY-21TX00Y2195329
NC010573316802-JAN-19NC00Y2175952
KS2023E2498902-JAN-23KS00YRB87839
FL882618550003-AUG-20FL01Y624F41
ILX00197898603-AUG-20IL00Y29712PZ
NC010587513503-MAY-19NC02Y91975PY
MD23A098666204-JAN-23MD01YAH31281

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

73

Injury Crashes: 19 / Fatal Crashes: 2

Casualties

24

Injuries

2

Fatalities

Number of Tows

70

Injuries

Number of fatalities per year

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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