Is United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc Safe? DOT 128531 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

This carrier is active with a Conditional safety rating — some safety deficiencies were noted.

United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 128531. The company operates from Bristol, TN and maintains an active operating status with 66 power units and 29 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: February 24, 1988

United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc holds a "Conditional" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that some safety deficiencies were found during the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

68 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate8.82%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 8.8% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

1 crash recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

1.3

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.0

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.1

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

2.0

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Tennessee. With 68 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 8.8%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 1 crash has been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Conditional rating from the FMCSA indicates that United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 66 power units and employs 29 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 128531?

USDOT number 128531 is assigned to United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Bristol, TN.

What is the safety rating of United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc?

United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc has a safety rating of Conditional as of February 24, 1988.

How many inspections has United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc had?

United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc has recorded 68 total inspections with 6 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 8.82%.

Where is United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc located?

United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc is headquartered at 1241 Volunteer Parkway, Bristol, TN 37620.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 128531 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

United Central Industrial Supply Company Llc (DOT# 128531) – FMCSA Carrier Profile