Is Painters Supply & Equipment Safe? DOT 598904 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Painters Supply & Equipment is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 598904. The company operates from Taylor, MI and maintains an active operating status with 13 power units and 9 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Painters Supply & Equipment by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

23 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate8.70%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 8.7% — 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

3.1

Unsafe Driving

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

0.2

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.

1.1

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

Painters Supply & Equipment is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Michigan. With 23 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 8.7%, 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.

Painters Supply & Equipment has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 13 power units and employs 9 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 598904?

USDOT number 598904 is assigned to Painters Supply & Equipment, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Taylor, MI.

How many inspections has Painters Supply & Equipment had?

Painters Supply & Equipment has recorded 23 total inspections with 2 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 8.70%.

Where is Painters Supply & Equipment located?

Painters Supply & Equipment is headquartered at 25195 Brest Rd, Taylor, MI 48180.

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# 598904 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Painters Supply & Equipment (DOT# 598904) – FMCSA Carrier Profile