What Verdica's 813 score means for JEROME H RHOADS INC
JEROME H RHOADS INC scores 813 out of a possible 850 on Verdica's composite safety and compliance scale, placing it in the "excellent" band (800–850). This score reflects regulatory data from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and indicates that the carrier meets or exceeds federal safety and operational standards across multiple dimensions.
A score in the excellent range suggests lower regulatory risk and a compliance posture that aligns with industry best practices. For shippers, brokers, or business partners evaluating this carrier, a score of 813 means the company has demonstrated consistent adherence to licensing, insurance, and safety inspection requirements. No independent customer reviews are currently indexed for this entity on Verdica, so the assessment is based solely on regulatory compliance data rather than freight execution or service quality feedback.
Readers should understand that this score reflects compliance with federal safety standards, not operational speed, cost competitiveness, or customer service. It is one input in a carrier evaluation, not a complete due diligence assessment.
How the sub-scores break down
Authority & Insurance (850/850): This perfect sub-score indicates that JEROME H RHOADS INC holds all required operating authority and current insurance coverage. The FMCSA tracks whether carriers maintain active Motor Carrier (MC) numbers, comply with insurance minimums by cargo type, and keep coverage current. A score of 850 means no lapsed or missing coverage and no authority violations on file.
Safety Record (845/850): This near-perfect sub-score reflects the carrier's BASIC safety performance metric. The FMCSA tracks safety violations across categories such as driver fitness, vehicle maintenance, hours-of-service compliance, and crash involvement. A score of 845 indicates very few recorded violations in these areas. Minor deductions suggest isolated incidents rather than systemic safety problems.
Inspection History (710/850): This is the carrier's lowest sub-score, though it remains in the acceptable-to-strong range. Inspection History reflects the frequency and severity of roadside safety inspections conducted by state and federal inspectors. A score of 710 indicates the carrier has passed inspections, but may have received citations for equipment defects, documentation issues, or other compliance gaps during recent inspections. This sub-score is the most variable year-to-year and can improve with corrective maintenance and driver training.
What regulators in PA track for trucking providers
The FMCSA operates a Safety and Fitness Electronic Records (SAFER) system that monitors all interstate and many intrastate carriers. In Pennsylvania, state inspectors and federal officers conduct roadside vehicle inspections (Level I, II, and III) and audit carrier operations to measure compliance.
Key tracking areas include:
- Vehicle Maintenance (VMDTIR): Mechanical defects, brake systems, tires, lighting, and cargo securement.
- Driver Fitness (DFIT): Valid commercial driver's licenses, medical certificates, and violations tied to individual drivers.
- Hours-of-Service (HOS): Compliance with federal drive-time and rest-period rules.
- Crashes: Frequency and severity of reportable accidents.
- Hazmat Compliance: Proper placarding, documentation, and handling (if applicable to the carrier's operations).
Scores move up when violations are resolved and remain absent over time, and down when new violations or crashes occur. A carrier's composite score reflects a rolling window of recent FMCSA and state inspection data, so improvement is always possible through corrective action.
Bottom line
JEROME H RHOADS INC is a strong, low-risk provider based on regulatory compliance data. The 813 score and near-perfect Authority & Insurance and Safety Record sub-scores indicate reliable adherence to federal standards. Anyone considering this carrier should cross-check the Inspection History details to understand the nature of recent citations and confirm whether corrective actions are underway; then verify insurance limits match cargo type and obtain direct service references if available.