TRANSPORT BERNIERES INC
USDOT 260662 • 1721 RUE A R DECARY, QUEBEC, QC, G1N 3Z7
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 674-5342 | ON FILE | Mar 1, 2018 | Mar 17, 2019 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TPP 9993101 | ON FILE | Mar 1, 2004 | Apr 17, 2016 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | 999 31 01 | ON FILE | Mar 1, 2002 | Mar 1, 2004 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 674-5342 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2018 | Mar 1, 2019 |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 64010847 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2016 | Mar 1, 2018 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TPP9993101 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2015 | Mar 1, 2016 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TPP 9993101 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2004 | Mar 1, 2015 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 999 31 01 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2002 | Mar 1, 2004 |
| RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | TPO 203313 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 1997 | Mar 1, 2002 |
| RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CARGO | CIM 900385 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 1997 | Mar 1, 2002 |
| TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | BIPD/Primary | NO8020171 | REPLACED | Feb 21, 1986 | Mar 1, 1997 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | 674-5342 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 17, 2019 | Mar 17, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | 674-5342 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2019 | Mar 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | 64010847 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2018 | Mar 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TPP 9993101 | CARGO | Apr 17, 2016 | Apr 17, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TPP9993101 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2016 | Mar 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TPP 9993101 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2015 | Mar 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | 999 31 01 | BIPD | Mar 1, 2004 | Mar 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | 999 31 01 | CARGO | Mar 1, 2004 | Mar 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CIM 900385 | CARGO | Mar 1, 2002 | Mar 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | TPO 203313 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2002 | Mar 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | NO8020171 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 1997 | Mar 1, 1997 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-184246 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-184246 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC184246 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Aug 12, 2025 | — | Unknown |
| MC184246 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Aug 12, 2025 | — | Unknown |
| MC184246 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 18, 1999 | REVOKED | Aug 4, 2025 |
| MC184246 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 7, 1986 | REVOKED | Aug 4, 2025 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
7 states • 71 inspections
Violation Summary (56 violations from 71 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(ii) | Driver failed to manually add the trailer number | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47F-B | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9AA1 | 392.9AA1 | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2MI | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11B2 | Driver cannot read or speak the English language sufficiently to respond to official inquiries | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.126 | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.13(c)(3) | No Upper Rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material as required for vehicles manufactured before December 1993 | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (71 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 9, 2025 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 2 | COLONIE | Ref Marker: | ...NW3859 | TRANSPORT BERNIERES INC |
| Nov 15, 2019 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 11, 2019 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 7, 2018 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 19, 2018 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 8, 2018 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 27, 2018 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 23, 2017 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 10, 2017 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 24, 2017 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 8, 2016 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 10, 2016 | MA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 16, 2015 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 28, 2015 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 3, 2015 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 15, 2015 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 6, 2015 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 6, 2014 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 6, 2014 | DE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 16, 2013 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 29, 2013 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 23, 2013 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 23, 2013 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 27, 2013 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 28, 2013 | VT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
38 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 38 events