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Dan's Van Lines

6686 Fleet Dr. Alexandria, VA 22310

DOT 1191935

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E-Mail
dan@dansvanlines.com
Phone Number
+17035530900

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Company information

If you want your moving day to be easy and not filled with anxiety, you might wanna continue reading! Dan's Van Lines is all you need for an awesome moving day, one you can really enjoy. These guys have been up and runnin' since '97, making moves a walk in the park in the Metropolitan D.C. area with their pro crew, modern trucks, and killer service. Nothing says more about their awesome service than their 12,000 successful moves and 98% referral rate. Talk about knowing how to do things right, huh? No matter if you're moving in the same building or venturing on a cross-country adventure, their team is ready to help. How to book them> Give them a call, explain your moving needs, and hear their recommendations. They'll create a plan just for you and provide an estimate! Need storage? No problem. They provide flexible storage solutions before, during, or after your move to make the whole thing even easier. Moving with Dan's Van Lines is easy peasy. You get an awesome team that's fast, efficient, and always on time. Give them a call today and ask for a quote. They'll get you moving in no time!

Department of Transportation Government Data

All data is sourced from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.

Company Profile

Years in Business: 21 years - First Registered in Dec. 2003

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 2 years ago

Company Information

Legal Name

dvl movers llc

DBA Name

dan's van lines

DOT Number

1191935

Registration Date

12/06/2003

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

04/13/2023

Added Date

12/06/2003

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Company Officers

Officer 1

steve lamay

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2022)

50,000

Filled: 04/13/2023

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

6

Total Drivers

1

CDL

Fleet Size:
C
- 4-6

6

Total Trucks

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 Dan's Van Lines

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-State066

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 #

DATE

↓

STATE

DRIVER VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE VIOLATIONS

UNSAFE DRIVING VIOLATIONS

DRIVER FATIGUE VIOLATIONS

SUBSTANCES OR ALCOHOL VIOLATIONS

VEHICLE MAINT. VIOLATIONS

6118001686

2023-05-16

VA

0

0

0

0

0

1

7121000140

2023-02-28

VA

0

0

0

0

0

0

1171002048

2023-02-01

NH

0

0

0

0

0

0

000TT8B21J

2022-12-15

IA

0

0

0

0

0

0

CPZ0001955

2022-12-04

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

0006480220

2022-11-29

NC

0

0

0

0

0

0

1403000212

2022-11-29

GA

0

0

0

3

0

0

1687M97P5F

2022-11-27

NM

0

0

0

0

0

1

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

34

Total Inspections

68

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 Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2023-05-16

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

No / insufficient warning devices

2023-05-16

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

No / insufficient warning devices

2023-05-16

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper.

2023-05-16

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper.

2023-05-16

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper

2023-02-28

Driver FitnessNo

Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.

2023-02-28

Driver FitnessNo

Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.

2023-02-28

Driver FitnessNo

Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history.

Violations

142

Total Violations

284

Violations per 100k miles

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