SENN BROTHERS INC
Risk factors
Moderate riskVioCodes scoreA weighted read of the public FMCSA signals below — authority, insurance, out-of-service, crashes, roadside OOS rates, and carrier connections. A starting point for vetting, not a guarantee.
Roadside inspection performance
Out-of-service rate vs national average. Lower is better.
CSA performance breakdown
FMCSA · Sep 202629 inspections · 59 violations (10 OOS) · 30% of inspections had an OOS finding.
Violations by BASIC
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Top cited codes
score = count × severity weight
- 1393.9A-LHLIVehicle Maintenance
Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative
12
2× · sev 6
- 2383.23A2-LCDLNDriver Fitness1 OOS
License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL
8
1× · sev 8
- 3392.2-SLLTCDUnsafe Driving
State/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other
5
1× · sev 5
- 4390.21TB1-MC
Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed
2
2×
- 5392.2WGNot in SMS
State/Local Laws - Excessive Weight Violations
1
1×
- 6392.2-SLLIRP
State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation
1
1×
- 7392.2-SLLIFTA
State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation
1
1×
- 8391.41APCDriver Fitness1 OOS
Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency
1
1× · sev 1
- 9390.21TB2-DOT
Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT
1
1×
- 10392.2-SLLS1
State/Local Laws - Speeding 1-5 miles per hour over the speed limit
1
1×
Most inspected in · top 4 states
- SC16
- GA8
- NC5
- US1
Latest FMCSA SMS snapshot. Codes link to the lookup — severity weighting, contest angles, and the DataQs Drafter for each. Click a BASIC to filter the codes.
Safety trends & next-run projection
Where each BASIC sits today, how it ranks against peers, and where it’s heading at the next monthly SMS run.
FMCSA keeps the Crash Indicator percentile private, and its measure needs a power-unit history public data doesn’t expose — so it can’t be estimated yet. VioCodes now records power units monthly, so a calibrated Crash estimate should light up over time. These are the public crash facts (all state-reportable crashes count, regardless of fault).
“Projected” estimates the next monthly SMS run from inspections on record now. FMCSA marks the BASIC percentile itself “Not Public,” so the percentile shown is a VioCodes estimate of how the carrier ranks against its peers, presented as a likely range (shaded on the gauge) and calibrated against real carriers. Crash Indicator has no public estimate — FMCSA keeps its measures fully private. Estimates, not official FMCSA figures. Not affiliated with FMCSA.
Recommendations
What’s driving each score, what to do about it, and where it could go.
Driver qualification / CDL / medical violations are the leading contributor to Driver Fitness
High impactEstimated Driver Fitness percentile of 96% is at/over the 80% intervention line. Carriers with a BASIC in alert are prioritized for enforcement (warning letters, audits) and inspected more often — which tends to generate still more violations.
- 383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL1× · 33%
- 391.11B5-LNCDLNVLLicense - Operate a CMV without a valid operators license, issued by one State or jurisdiction1× · 33%
- 391.41APCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency3× · 20%
- Run a credential-expiration tracker; keep DQ files complete and the medical card on the driver
- Prioritize the out-of-service items — they carry the heaviest weight
Lighting / lamps violations are the leading contributor to Vehicle Maintenance
High impactEstimated Vehicle Maintenance percentile of 91% is at/over the 80% intervention line. Carriers with a BASIC in alert are prioritized for enforcement (warning letters, audits) and inspected more often — which tends to generate still more violations.
- 393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative2× · 13%
- 393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative2× · 13%
- 393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative2× · 13%
- 393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle1× · 7%
- 393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear1× · 4%
- 393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection1× · 4%
- 393.201B-FRFrame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing3× · 7%
- 396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report1× · 7%
- 393.203B-CBPCab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing1× · 3%
- 396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection2× · 11%
- Walk the lights every pre-trip and carry spare bulbs/fuses; clean lenses and check the trailer plug
Driver out-of-service rate exceeds the national average
High impactDriver OOS rate is 25% vs the 6.7% national average. Carriers above the national OOS average draw more enforcement attention (audits, roadside stops) and can see higher insurance premiums.
- Review recent inspections with out-of-service violations and fix the root causes with equipment and drivers
- Run a preventative-maintenance program; periodically inspect tires, brakes and lights
- Reinforce thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections; retrain where needed
A high share of violations are occurring in Columbia County, GA
Medium impact10 of 37 violations in the last 12 months (27%) came from inspections in Columbia County, GA. That can mean tougher enforcement there or simply more of your miles run through it — either way it's worth a look.
- Review the inspections from Columbia County, GA to spot recurring issues
- Brief drivers running that lane; consider rerouting around the toughest enforcement corridors where practical
Following / lane / reckless violations are the leading contributor to Unsafe Driving
Low impactEstimated Unsafe Driving percentile of 34% is under the 65% line. In decent shape, but here's what's driving it.
- 392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other3× · 36%
- 392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely1× · 7%
- 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit1× · 17%
- Defensive-driving refresher on following distance and lane discipline
Hours-of-Service Compliance needs attention
Low impactEstimated Hours-of-Service Compliance percentile of 0% is under the 65% line. In decent shape, but here's what's driving it.
- Review recent inspections with violations in this BASIC and take remedial action with drivers/equipment
Drugs / alcohol violations are the leading contributor to Controlled Substances/Alcohol
Low impactEstimated Controlled Substances/Alcohol percentile of 33% is under the 80% line. In decent shape, but here's what's driving it.
- 392.4A-DOSPDrugs/Other Substances - Operate a CMV while in possession.1× · 50%
- 392.4A-DOSUDrugs/Other Substances - Operate a CMV while under the influence or evidence of use within the past 24 hours.1× · 50%
- Reinforce the testing program and zero-tolerance policy
- Prioritize the out-of-service items — they carry the heaviest weight
Recommendations are generated from the carrier’s public FMCSA roadside-inspection record. Percentiles and projections are VioCodes estimates, not official FMCSA figures. Informational, not legal advice.
90-day safety improvement plan
What this carrier has struggled with most in the last 90 days — where to focus now.
Inspection & crash map
live · FMCSA MCMISEvery inspection and crash on record — hover a point for the summary, click for full detail (codes, severity, CSA points).
CSA points = violation severity weight × FMCSA time weight (3× in the last 6 months, 2× at 6–12, 1× at 12–24). Points are spread within each state — FMCSA records the inspection state, not an exact location. Source: FMCSA MCMIS.
Equipment
VINs via NHTSA28 distinct vehicles seen in this carrier’s roadside inspections.
Equipment is inferred from VINs recorded on roadside inspections (FMCSA MCMIS), decoded via the NHTSA vPIC API — it reflects vehicles inspected, not a current fleet roster.
Crash record (US, last 24 months)
Total
5
Tow-away
4
Injury
5
Fatal
0
Company profile
FMCSA censusPRIVATE PROPERTY;AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
- Interstate · <100 mi5 drivers
- Intrastate · 100+ mi42 drivers
- Company officer
- GREGG SENN
- Operation
- Interstate
- D-U-N-S
- 36121655
- Registered since
- 1974-06-01
- Last MCS-150 update
- 2025-02-18
- Census status
- Active
Fleet: 52 trucks · 5 owned tractors · 12 owned trailers · 1 leased/term tractors.
Source: FMCSA Company Census File (data.transportation.gov). Fleet and driver counts are self-reported on the carrier’s most recent MCS-150 filing.
Activity history
29 events- 02/18/2025MCS-150 update filed
1.2M mi reported (2024)
- 09/18/2020Insurance cancelled — MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy CA10006005100
- 08/01/2020Insurance filed — MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY
Liability (BIPD) — BMC-91X · policy CA10006005100
- 08/01/2020Insurance replaced — MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy CA10006005100
- 08/01/2020Insurance replaced — MIDDLESEX INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy A0109738001
- 08/01/2020Insurance replaced — NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy FA20MOT02141800
- 08/01/2018Insurance replaced — FARMLAND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy CPP121495B
- 08/01/2018Insurance replaced — MIDDLESEX INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy A0109738001
- 08/01/2016Insurance replaced — UNION INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 4278317BSIG
- 03/28/2016MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER — REINSTATED
- 09/03/2015Insurance cancelled — FARMLAND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy CPP121495A
- 09/11/2013Insurance cancelled — NATIONAL TRUST INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy CA 0021695-01
- 09/13/2012Insurance cancelled — THE NETHERLANDS INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy BA 8 05 00 52
- 08/17/2012CONTRACT — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (08/28/2012)
- 08/01/2012Insurance replaced — THE NETHERLANDS INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy BA 8 05 00 52
- 08/01/2008Insurance replaced — MONTGOMERY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy BA8 05 00 52
- 08/01/2005Insurance replaced — THE CHARTER OAK FIRE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy Y-810-982K7601-COF-01
- 07/15/2002Insurance replaced — THE CHARTER OAK FIRE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 810982K7601COF99
- 08/22/1999Insurance cancelled — ATHENA ASSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy AT05500972
- 07/15/1999Insurance replaced — ATHENA ASSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy AT05500972
- 07/15/1998Insurance cancelled — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 327548
- 07/15/1997Insurance cancelled — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 313840
- 07/15/1996CONTRACT — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (07/29/1996)
- 07/15/1996Insurance cancelled — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 311356
- 07/15/1995CONTRACT — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (01/05/1996)
- 07/15/1995Insurance cancelled — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 297640
- 05/18/1989CONTRACT — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (06/02/1989)
- 03/07/1989MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER — GRANTED
REVOKED (09/17/2013)
- 06/01/1974Registered with FMCSA
PRIVATE PROPERTY;AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Merged from FMCSA authority, insurance, out-of-service, and census records.
Operations
Classification
- PRIVATE PROPERTY;AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Area served
- Interstate
FMCSA safety rating
- Rating
- Conditional
- Type
- Compliance review
- Rated
- 2012-09-16
- Last review
- 2012-07-12
MCS-150 registration
- Form date
- 2025-02-18
- Reported mileage
- 1,210,000 mi (2024)
Changes on file
FMCSA census historyApril, 2023
- Fleet grew to 52 power units
- Drivers grew to 47
January, 2021
First on-record entry — SENN BROTHERS INC, WEST COLUMBIA, SC
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