- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 619 days (since Sep 5, 2024). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
HELM TRUCKING INC
PINCONNING, MI
HELM TRUCKING INC is a corporation based in PINCONNING, MI, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 368562. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of S. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 9 power units and 6 drivers, with 35 roadside inspections on file. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
HELM TRUCKING INC is a small fleet, operating 9 power units and 6 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Pinconning, MI. Across 10 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 0.0% out-of-service rate, with 2 reportable crashes. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is active for contract and common.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
10 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 400% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in MI (7) and KY (2), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
0.0% out-of-service rate.
The fleet comprises 9 power units (small fleet) and 6 drivers; International, Utility, and Peterbilt are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 114,471 ACTIVE carriers operating 5–14 power units (±50% of this carrier's 9 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| International | 9 | |
| Peterbilt | 4 | |
| Utility | 4 | |
| Mntr | 3 | |
| Wabash National | 3 | |
| East | 1 | |
| Freightliner | 1 | |
| Mana | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (35 rows) View all 35 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87713347 | Apr 28, 2026 | MI | 2 | — |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 2-SLLS2, 400A1-HML, 2-SLLIFTA | No |
| HOLLM04755 | Feb 5, 2026 | MI | 2 | — |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | — | No |
| DETGT05661 | Jan 29, 2026 | MI | 3 | — |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | — | No |
| DEJOS02066 | Oct 15, 2025 | MI | 3 | — |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | — | No |
| 9702004197 | Sep 19, 2025 | IN | 3 | — |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | — | No |
| KAATZ00634 | Jul 22, 2025 | MI | 3 | — |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | — | No |
| M836000209 | Jul 8, 2025 | KY | 1 | — |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | — | No |
| MANIJ01839 | Apr 15, 2025 | MI | 3 | — |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| HINCA00572 | Jan 28, 2025 | MI | 3 | — |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | — | No |
| HAMIZ01136 | Aug 28, 2024 | MI | 3 | — |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | — | No |
| S170000785 | May 23, 2024 | KY | 3 | — |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | — | No |
| ARCHH01099 | Mar 7, 2024 | MI | 2 | — |
INTL TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | — | No |
| ROLLJ02404 | Mar 4, 2024 | MI | 3 | — |
INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| sms-87283785 | Jan 1, 2020 | MI | 3 | MACKINAC BRIDGE | — | 1 | 392.2-SLLEWA2 | No |
| sms-86967109 | Jan 1, 2020 | MI | 2 | — | — | 2 | 393.23-LEU, 392.2-SLTFC | No |
| sms-86923956 | Jan 1, 2020 | MI | 3 | mi-i94-w/b-@-airport-rd | — | 2 | 392.2-SLLS1, 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| sms-86070138 | Jan 1, 2020 | MI | 3 | mi-e-i-94-@-sargent-rd | — | 1 | 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| sms-85876745 | Jan 1, 2020 | IN | 3 | SEYMOUR IN | — | 3 | 392.2-SLLEWA1, 395.24, 392.2-SLLEWG1 | No |
| sms-85309266 | Jan 1, 2020 | MI | 3 | CLIO REST AREA | — | 2 | 392.2-SLLS3, 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| sms-85152116 | Jan 1, 2020 | KY | 1 | LOUISVILLE | — | 4 | 396.17C, 396.3A1B, 395.34A1 | No |
| sms-84418093 | Jan 1, 2020 | MI | 3 | REST AREA | — | 1 | 392.2-SLLS1 | No |
| sms-83730173 | Jan 1, 2020 | MI | 3 | — | — | 1 | 392.2-SLTFC | No |
| sms-82559169 | Jan 1, 2020 | MI | 3 | TOPINABEE REST AREA | — | 1 | 392.2 | No |
| sms-82243711 | Jan 1, 2020 | OH | 3 | ROADSIDE INSPECTION | — | 0 | — | No |
| sms-81703304 | Jan 1, 2020 | KY | 3 | SPARTA | — | 1 | 392.2 | No |
Recent Crashes (19 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI0003740191 | Feb 5, 2026 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0003263245 | Aug 14, 2024 | MI | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| MI0002921655 | Jun 30, 2023 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0213159148 | Aug 26, 2021 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0215001313 | Jan 5, 2021 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0002145927 | Nov 24, 2020 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0001517681 | Oct 26, 2018 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0009649376 | Mar 12, 2016 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| IN0902082181 | Sep 11, 2013 | IN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| NC0103321266 | Dec 5, 2011 | NC | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| IN0901611124 | Mar 17, 2011 | IN | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| KY0070965865 | Feb 15, 2011 | KY | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0086253620 | Aug 17, 2008 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0048185590 | Jun 28, 2004 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0005499657 | Jan 14, 2004 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| IN0000294462 | Dec 30, 2002 | IN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH-991260953 | Aug 18, 1999 | OH | 0 | 1 | No | Yes | Injury |
| MI000602816A | Mar 28, 1994 | MI | 0 | 1 | No | Yes | Injury |
| WI0000005895 | Jan 16, 1994 | WI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (3 dockets)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | MC231204 | Broker | DISMISSED | — |
MC Certificate Documents (1 PDF)
Operating-authority certificates and decision notices filed with FMCSA. Each PDF is the original 2-page daily record. Click a row to view or download.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 19, 2005 | MC231204-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (80 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BERKLEY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | QHI-E4212-211751-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 5, 2023 | Sep 5, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA034374682 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 31, 2023 | Sep 5, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA03437468 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 31, 2023 | Jul 31, 2023 | REPLACED |
| PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA03437468 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 4, 2022 | Jul 31, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA3437468 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2021 | Nov 4, 2022 | CANCELLED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 96-655010-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2018 | Mar 30, 2021 | CANCELLED |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0027225 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2016 | Mar 30, 2018 | REPLACED |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0033519001 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2015 | Mar 30, 2016 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07363902 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 21, 2015 | Mar 30, 2015 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07363902 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 19, 2014 | Feb 21, 2015 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07363902 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2014 | Dec 19, 2014 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07363902 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2014 | Dec 20, 2014 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07363901 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2013 | Mar 30, 2014 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07363901 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2013 | Dec 21, 2013 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07363901 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2013 | Sep 6, 2013 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA06638502 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2013 | Mar 30, 2013 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA06638502 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2013 | May 10, 2013 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA06638502 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 6, 2012 | Feb 1, 2013 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA06638502 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 12, 2012 | Nov 6, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA06638502 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 30, 2012 | Sep 12, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA06638502 | BIPD/Primary | May 26, 2012 | Jun 30, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA06638502 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2012 | May 26, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA06638501 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2011 | Mar 30, 2012 | REPLACED |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL487768 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2010 | Mar 30, 2011 | CANCELLED |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL487768 | CARGO | Mar 30, 2010 | Mar 30, 2011 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Sep 6, 2024
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Sep 5, 2024insuranceCANCEL — BERKLEY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 5, 2023
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Sep 5, 2023insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jul 31, 2023insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jul 31, 2023insuranceTERM/REPL — PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 4, 2022insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 21, 2022
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Mar 30, 2021
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Mar 30, 2021insuranceCANCEL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Mar 30, 2018insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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Mar 30, 2016
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Mar 30, 2016insuranceCANCEL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
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Mar 30, 2015
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Mar 30, 2015insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Feb 21, 2015insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 20, 2014insuranceTERM/CANCL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 19, 2014insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 9, 2014
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Mar 30, 2014insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 21, 2013insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 5, 2013
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Sep 9, 2013
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Sep 6, 2013insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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May 10, 2013insuranceTERM/CANCL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 24, 2013
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Mar 30, 2013insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Feb 4, 2013
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Feb 1, 2013insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Nov 7, 2012
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Nov 6, 2012insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Sep 12, 2012insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Aug 31, 2012
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Jun 30, 2012insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Jun 29, 2012
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May 26, 2012insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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May 25, 2012
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Mar 30, 2012insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Mar 31, 2011
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Mar 30, 2011insuranceCANCEL — EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| MACKINAC BRIDGE | MI | 2 | 0 |
| MACKINAW CITY INSPECTION AREA | MI | 2 | 1 |
| I-294 | IL | 1 | 0 |
| SEYMOUR IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| LOUISVILLE | KY | 1 | 0 |
| SPARTA | KY | 1 | 0 |
| CAMBRIDGE SCALE | MI | 1 | 1 |
| CLIO REST AREA | MI | 1 | 0 |
| REST AREA | MI | 1 | 0 |
| TOPINABEE REST AREA | MI | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 13 | 0 |
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 8 | 0 |
| 393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 1 |
| 392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 |
| 393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.110(b) | Cargo securement - logs | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.47(d) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
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Docket MC231204
Contract · ACTIVE · MC
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BERKLEY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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CANAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON
CARGO policy on file
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LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO policy on file
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STAR INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO policy on file
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AMERISURE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
CARGO policy on file
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CALVERT INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
CARGO policy on file
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PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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TRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INC
BOC-3 process agent · 127,947 carriers served
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35 inspections
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19 reportable crashes
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How to verify HELM TRUCKING INC
- Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
- Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
- Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
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