COPELAND TRUCKING INC
GAITHERSBURG, MD
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- Prior insurance gap · 61 days Feb 5, 2003 → Apr 7, 2003
- Prior insurance gap · 81 days Mar 9, 2004 → May 29, 2004
- Contract (Property) gap · 618 days Inactive Jun 7, 2006 → reinstated Feb 15, 2008
- Contract (Property) gap · 184 days Inactive Mar 31, 2004 → reinstated Oct 1, 2004
- OOS rate worse than size peers Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median.
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — COPELAND TRUCKING INC (USDOT 604261) Verdict: CAUTION Book with caution — review signals below No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking. Authority / census status: Active Active BIPD limit: $1,000,000 Officer(s): DAVID COPELAND (Company officer) Organization: CORPORATION Blockers: (none) Cautions: • Prior insurance gap · 61 days — Feb 5, 2003 → Apr 7, 2003 • Prior insurance gap · 81 days — Mar 9, 2004 → May 29, 2004 • Contract (Property) gap · 618 days — Inactive Jun 7, 2006 → reinstated Feb 15, 2008 • Contract (Property) gap · 184 days — Inactive Mar 31, 2004 → reinstated Oct 1, 2004 • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. On file: • Insurance on file · $1,000,000 — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. · 91X • BOC-3 process agent on file — EVILSIZOR PROCESS SERVERS INC • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/604261/ As of: Jul 20, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade A
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 88/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 100% · 5/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 88/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.
Driver OOS 0% vs peer median 0% (neutral). Vehicle OOS 100% vs peer median 0% (worse). n=331373 same-size ACTIVE peers.
Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.
1 active liability policy
Company profile
No active FMCSA cargo filing on file.
FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.
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InsuranceGREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.Policy effective Nov 18, 2025
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Process AgentEVILSIZOR PROCESS SERVERS INCBOC-3 on file
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 5 | 0 | 0 |
| Trucks | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 3 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 0% | 100% | — |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
COPELAND TRUCKING INC is a corporation based in GAITHERSBURG, MD, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 604261. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 3 power units and 2 drivers, with 3 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 100.0%. 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.
COPELAND TRUCKING INC is a small fleet, operating 3 power units and 2 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Gaithersburg, MD. Across 2 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 100.0% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. Operating authority is active for contract.
2 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 100% versus the prior 24 months, most heavily in MD (2 stops), with Level 2 inspections the most common.
100.0% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (87.5% of violations); top code 393.75(a) (Tires/tubes - general defects) cited 4 times, 4 of them OOS.
The fleet comprises 3 power units (small fleet) and 2 drivers; Kenworth, Mckt, and Strick com are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 331,373 ACTIVE carriers operating 1–5 power units (±50% of this carrier's 3 unit fleet).
Authority gaps detected (2)
- Contract (Property) authority was inactive from Jun 7, 2006 to Feb 15, 2008 (618 days)
- Contract (Property) authority was inactive from Mar 31, 2004 to Oct 1, 2004 (184 days)
Historical coverage gaps detected (2)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Feb 5, 2003 to Apr 7, 2003 (61 days)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Mar 9, 2004 to May 29, 2004 (81 days)
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maryland (MD) | 2 | 2 | 100.0% | Mar 31, 2026 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 2 | |
| Mckt | 1 | |
| Strick Com | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
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| Driver Fitness | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | — | 26.50 | 27 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (3 rows) View all 3 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87457719 | Mar 31, 2026 | MD | 1 | SYKESVILLE MD |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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10 | 396.3A1-BOS, 396.3A1-F, 393.48A-BLMCBAD | Yes |
| 82403174 | Aug 16, 2024 | MD | 2 | BALTIMORE CITY |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 393.75(a), 393.51, 392.2 | Yes |
| 78696774 | May 23, 2023 | MD | 3 | FINZEL SCALE HOUSE |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (13 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MD20A0658526 | Jan 6, 2020 | MD | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MD18A0478486 | Jul 5, 2018 | MD | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| VA0111845122 | Jun 30, 2011 | VA | 0 | 1 | No | No | Injury |
| VA0081540058 | May 12, 2008 | VA | 0 | 1 | No | No | Injury |
| MD0810869835 | Apr 29, 2008 | MD | 0 | 2 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MD0810774423 | Feb 21, 2008 | MD | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| VA0080280096 | Jan 9, 2008 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MD0709872832 | Nov 28, 2007 | MD | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MD0208795394 | May 13, 2002 | MD | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MD0007522509 | Apr 28, 2000 | MD | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MD0007904110 | Jun 29, 1998 | MD | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MD0007804934 | Oct 31, 1997 | MD | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MD0007856751 | Oct 31, 1996 | MD | 0 | 6 | Yes | No | Injury |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | MC381942 | common | N | — |
MC Certificate Documents (2 PDFs)
Authority Records (above) are FMCSA docket status and lifecycle events. MC Certificate Documents here are the archived PDF letters for each action — grants, reinstatements, revocations, name changes, and transfers. They are related but not the same dataset: one row per PDF letter, not one file per docket.
Click a row to open that specific letter. Multiple letters per docket are listed separately by action type and date.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
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| Feb 15, 2008 | MC381942-P | REI | REINSTATEMENT | REI → |
| Oct 1, 2004 | MC381942-P | REI | REINSTATEMENT | REI → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (37 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GRT48320A | 91X | $1,000,000 | Nov 18, 2025 | On file | ACTIVE |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA190022624 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2024 | Nov 18, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA190022623 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2023 | Nov 18, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA190022622 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2022 | Nov 18, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA190022621 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2021 | Nov 18, 2022 | CANCELLED |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA190022620 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2020 | Nov 18, 2021 | CANCELLED |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO1402023 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2016 | Nov 18, 2020 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO1396968 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2015 | Nov 18, 2016 | REPLACED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA 0691850 | BIPD/Primary | — | Sep 23, 2013 | Nov 18, 2015 | CANCELLED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA 069 18 50 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2012 | Sep 26, 2013 | CANCELLED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA 069 18 50 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 18, 2012 | Sep 23, 2013 | REPLACED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA 069 18 50 | BIPD/Primary | — | May 14, 2012 | Nov 18, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA 069 18 50 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 22, 2011 | May 15, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 4623200 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 26, 2011 | Dec 22, 2011 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 4623200 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jun 21, 2011 | Oct 26, 2011 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 4623200 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 20, 2010 | Jun 21, 2011 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 4623200 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 26, 2010 | Dec 20, 2010 | CANCELLED |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 5351227 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 26, 2009 | Mar 26, 2010 | REPLACED |
| UTICA MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CIM 4058347 | CARGO | — | May 29, 2008 | Sep 9, 2010 | CANCELLED |
| UTICA MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CIM 4058347 | CARGO | — | May 29, 2008 | May 29, 2008 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA03514101 | BIPD/Primary | — | May 28, 2008 | Mar 26, 2009 | CANCELLED |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL902362 | BIPD/Primary | — | May 29, 2007 | May 29, 2008 | CANCELLED |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL900875 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 25, 2007 | May 29, 2007 | CANCELLED |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL900875 | BIPD/Primary | — | May 29, 2006 | Apr 25, 2007 | CANCELLED |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL900463 | BIPD/Primary | — | May 5, 2006 | May 29, 2006 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Nov 18, 2025insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 28, 2025
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Nov 18, 2024
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Nov 18, 2024insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 18, 2023insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 31, 2023
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Nov 18, 2022insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 3, 2022
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Nov 18, 2021insuranceCANCEL — EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 17, 2021
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Nov 18, 2020insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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Nov 18, 2016insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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Nov 18, 2015insuranceCANCEL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
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Nov 17, 2015
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Sep 26, 2013insuranceTERM/CANCL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
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Sep 24, 2013
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Sep 23, 2013insuranceTERM/REPL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
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Nov 20, 2012
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Nov 18, 2012insuranceCANCEL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
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May 15, 2012
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May 15, 2012insuranceCANCEL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
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Dec 22, 2011insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 12, 2011
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Oct 26, 2011insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 21, 2011insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 20, 2010insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 9, 2010insuranceCANCEL — UTICA MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
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Mar 26, 2010insuranceTERM/REPL — PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Mar 27, 2009
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Mar 26, 2009insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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May 30, 2008
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May 29, 2008insuranceTERM/REPL — UTICA MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
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May 29, 2008insuranceCANCEL — EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
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May 29, 2008insuranceTERM/REPL — UTICA MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
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Feb 15, 2008
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May 29, 2007insuranceCANCEL — EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 25, 2007insuranceCANCEL — EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
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Jun 7, 2006
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Jun 7, 2006authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Jun 7, 2006authority gapContract (Property) authority inactive: 618 days (through Feb 15, 2008)
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| BALTIMORE CITY | MD | 1 | 1 |
| FINZEL SCALE HOUSE | MD | 1 | 0 |
| SYKESVILLE MD | MD | 1 | 1 |
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Docket MC381942
common · N · MC
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GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
91X policy on file
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EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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UTICA MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
CARGO 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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FIRSTLINE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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EVILSIZOR PROCESS SERVERS INC
BOC-3 process agent · 102,641 carriers served
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3 inspections
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13 reportable crashes
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How to verify COPELAND 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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