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Meathead Movers

2082 SE Bristol Street, Ste 209, Newport Beach, CA 92660

DOT 921143

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E-Mail
marketing@meatheadmovers.com
Phone Number
8668436328

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Company information

Meathead Movers, founded by brothers Aaron and Evan Steed in 1997, has revolutionized the moving and storage industry by delivering superior customer service and employing energetic student-athletes. Their dedication to impeccable manners, hard work, and good hygiene quickly earned them word-of-mouth referrals from humble beginnings as a local moving service. Meathead Movers is now California's largest independent moving company, employing approximately 700 people and handling over 18,000 moves per year thanks to their unique approach. With a commitment to excellence, community involvement, and investing in their employees' personal and professional growth, Meathead Movers continues to set new standards in the industry.

Department of Transportation Government Data

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

Company Profile

Years in Business: 24 years - First Registered in Dec. 2000

Last Report Filed with FMCSA: 1 year ago

Company Information

Legal Name

meathead movers inc

DOT Number

921143

Registration Date

12/12/2000

Business Type

partnership

Entity Type

Carrier

Filling Information

MSC-150 Date

03/29/2024

Added Date

12/12/2000

Cargo Types

Household Goods

Company Officers

Officer 1

aaron b. steed

Key Metrics

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

Annual Miles (2023)

1,188,444

Filled: 03/29/2024

Driver Statistics

Total drivers registered with the FMCSA.

87

Total Drivers

0

CDL

Fleet Size:
N
- 45-55

53

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 Meathead Movers

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-State04141
Out-of-State04646

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

UEGH000290

2024-11-16

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

UDV3001925

2024-11-14

CA

0

0

0

0

0

2

U748400750

2024-11-07

MT

0

0

0

0

0

0

UCW8000158

2024-11-05

CA

0

0

1

0

0

0

N75Q004292

2024-10-30

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

NAFA007098

2024-10-30

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

N75Q004291

2024-10-30

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

UBNX001171

2024-10-24

CA

0

0

0

0

0

0

Safety Inspection and Failures Results

Inspections per year

Inspections

462

Total Inspections

39

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

2024-11-14

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative

2024-11-14

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative

2024-11-05

Unsafe DrivingNo

Driver - Failed to require passenger(s) (not a co-driver) to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV.

2024-09-19

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Inoperable Required Lamp

2024-06-29

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Windshield - Obstructed

2024-06-29

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers.

2024-06-29

Vehicle MaintenanceNo

No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher

2024-06-29

Hours-of-Service ComplianceNo

Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver

Violations

325

Total Violations

27

Violations per 100k miles

Crashes

REPORT #

DATE

↓

STATE

FATALITIES

INJURIES

TOW AWAY

LICENSE

CA5802110669

08-JUL-21

CA

0

0

Y

21350F3

CA0100561561

10-NOV-20

CA

0

0

Y

23387N2

CA0009154488

13-SEP-20

CA

0

1

Y

23392N2

CA8352110789

20-OCT-21

CA

0

0

Y

97847E3

CA4202304128

22-DEC-23

CA

0

0

Y

23396N2

Crash Risk Score

0

Recordable crashes per vehicle

Amount of Crashes

5

Injury Crashes: 1 / Fatal Crashes: 0

Casualties

1

Injuries

0

Fatalities

Number of Tows

5

Injuries

Number of injuries per year

Crash Factors

Incidents by season

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by weather condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by road surface condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

Incidents by light condition

Crashes
Injuries
Fatalities

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