John F Ruggles Jr Inc USDOT 563101 – Safety, Crashes & Inspections

Q: What is the safety rating of John F Ruggles Jr Inc?

John F Ruggles Jr Inc has a safety rating of "Conditional" as of August 16, 1994, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has John F Ruggles Jr Inc had?

John F Ruggles Jr Inc has recorded 2 total inspections, with 0 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Conditional safety rating and no crashes reported.

John F Ruggles Jr Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 563101. The company operates from Versailles, KY and maintains an active operating status with 8 power units and 20 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: August 16, 1994

John F Ruggles Jr Inc 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

2 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate0.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. This carrier has a 0% OOS rate — significantly better than the national average of ~21% for vehicles.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

0.6

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.

0.0

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.

0.0

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

John F Ruggles Jr Inc is a small motor carrier operating in Kentucky. With 2 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 0.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

A Conditional rating from the FMCSA indicates that John F Ruggles Jr Inc has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 8 power units and employs 20 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 563101?

USDOT number 563101 is assigned to John F Ruggles Jr Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Versailles, KY.

What is the safety rating of John F Ruggles Jr Inc?

John F Ruggles Jr Inc has a safety rating of Conditional as of August 16, 1994.

How many inspections has John F Ruggles Jr Inc had?

John F Ruggles Jr Inc has recorded 2 total inspections with 0 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 0.00%.

Where is John F Ruggles Jr Inc located?

John F Ruggles Jr Inc is headquartered at 93 Industry Drive, Versailles, KY 40383.

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# 563101 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

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