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Hopkins & Sons

1 Bellecor Drive, New Castle, DE 19720, Philadelphia, PA

DOT 995915

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E-Mail
markb@hopkinsandsons.com
Phone Number
3023221017

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Company information

Hopkins and Sons operates from their New Castle County, Delaware headquarters, strategically positioned to serve the greater Philadelphia region and beyond. This fourth-generation family business has been moving households since 1946, growing from a single truck operation to a comprehensive moving powerhouse with over twenty vehicles and a massive 65,000 square-foot climate-controlled storage facility. What makes Hopkins stand out is their partnership with Atlas Van Lines, giving customers the personal touch of a local family business combined with nationwide moving capabilities. They've completed over 100,000 moves throughout their history, handling everything from local Delaware relocations to international shipments. Their unique approach includes providing customers with the president's direct cell phone number, ensuring accountability at the highest level. Beyond traditional moving services, they offer innovative portable storage solutions through their H.O.P.S program and maintain an A+ Better Business Bureau rating. Their experienced crews regularly complete moves under budget while providing exceptional care for precious family heirlooms and delicate items throughout the Philadelphia tri-state area.

Department of Transportation Government Data

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

Company Profile

Years in Business: 23 years - First Registered in Dec. 2001

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 4 years ago

Company Information

Legal Name

hopkins & sons inc

DOT Number

995915

Registration Date

12/31/2001

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

04/19/2021

Added Date

12/31/2001

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Company Officers

Officer 1

mark a. pitrizzi

Key Metrics

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Annual Miles (2020)

80,000

Filled: 04/19/2021

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

18

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
H
- 18-19

18

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 Hopkins & Sons

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

In-State18018

No out-of-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

1257000689

2024-07-18

DE

0

0

1

0

0

0

0209000005

2023-12-08

DE

0

1

0

0

0

1

M008003846

2023-09-06

DE

0

0

1

0

0

0

M009002776

2023-06-12

DE

0

0

0

0

0

0

SP01001017

2023-06-08

DE

0

0

0

0

0

0

T005004720

2022-06-28

DE

0

0

1

0

0

0

M005015514

2021-03-04

DE

0

0

0

0

0

0

M002012522

2020-09-14

DE

0

0

0

0

0

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

8

Total Inspections

10

Inspections per 100k miles

Inspections

1

Failed Inspections

0

Driver Failures

1

Vehicle Failures

Violations

This is a list of violations that occurred during FMCSA inspections.

Insp Date

Category

Severe Failure

Violation Details

2024-07-18

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation.

2024-07-18

Unsafe DrivingNo

State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation

2023-12-08

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

TIRES - ALL OTHERS LEAKING OR INFLATION LESS THAN 50% OF THE MAXIMUM INFLATION PRESSURE.

2023-12-08

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure.

2023-12-08

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure.

2023-12-08

Vehicle MaintenanceYes

Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS

2023-09-06

Unsafe DrivingNo

Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV

2023-09-06

Unsafe DrivingNo

Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV

Violations

15

Total Violations

19

Violations per 100k miles

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