RAFAEL D PIZA
USDOT 3676217 • DBA: SEPTEM GROUP • 2308 M L KING ST, CALEXICO, CA, 92231
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enterprise | MC-1276769 | REVOKED | Aug 16, 2023 | Dec 11, 2024 |
| Common Carrier | MC-1276769 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 2, 2023 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CMC 3257061 | ON FILE | Jul 2, 2025 | Nov 13, 2025 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CMC 3257061 | REPLACED | Jul 2, 2025 | Oct 15, 2025 |
| NATIONAL UNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CMC 3254519 | CANCELLED | Jul 22, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | CANCELLED | May 15, 2023 | Aug 10, 2023 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | CANCELLED | Apr 25, 2023 | Jun 14, 2023 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | REPLACED | Apr 25, 2023 | May 15, 2023 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | CANCELLED | Mar 22, 2023 | May 21, 2023 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | REPLACED | Mar 22, 2023 | Apr 25, 2023 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | REPLACED | Feb 24, 2023 | Mar 22, 2023 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | CANCELLED | Feb 24, 2023 | Apr 20, 2023 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | CANCELLED | Aug 10, 2022 | Mar 23, 2023 |
| PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHP0002365 | REPLACED | Aug 10, 2022 | Feb 24, 2023 |
| COMMERCIAL ALLIANCE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NHC0005524 | CANCELLED | Aug 10, 2021 | Aug 10, 2022 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL UNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | CMC 3257061 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2025 | Nov 13, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | CMC 3257061 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 15, 2025 | Oct 15, 2025 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | CMC 3254519 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 5, 2024 | Dec 5, 2024 |
| CANCEL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 10, 2023 | Aug 10, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 14, 2023 | Jun 14, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | May 21, 2023 | May 21, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | May 15, 2023 | May 15, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 25, 2023 | Apr 25, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 20, 2023 | Apr 20, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 23, 2023 | Mar 23, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 22, 2023 | Mar 22, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | PALOMAR SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | NHP0002365 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 24, 2023 | Feb 24, 2023 |
| CANCEL | COMMERCIAL ALLIANCE INSURANCE COMPANY | NHC0005524 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 10, 2022 | Aug 10, 2022 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1276769 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-1276769 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1276769 | ENTERPRISE | REINSTATED | Jul 8, 2025 | — | Unknown |
| MC1276769 | ENTERPRISE | REINSTATED | Aug 1, 2024 | REVOKED | Dec 11, 2024 |
| MC1276769 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 18, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2023 |
| MC1276769 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 24, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 26, 2023 |
| MC1276769 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 24, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 15, 2023 |
| MC1276769 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 14, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 10, 2022 |
| MC1276769 | ENTERPRISE | GRANTED | Aug 16, 2021 | REVOKED | Aug 16, 2023 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
2 states • 32 inspections
Violation Summary (102 violations from 32 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 7 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Z | Border Zone - Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. | 7 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | 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:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(b)(1) | Defective brake limiting device | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75B-TFV | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30-B | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDPCG-L6 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.28-WS-6 | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.28-WS | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(d) | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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 (32 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Compliance Timeline
15 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records