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DOT 879232MC433066Pulaski, TN

Ritchie Sands

DBA: Sands & Sons Farms

For-Hire CommonInterstatePulaski, TN 38478

Ritchie Sands has operated for 26 yr with a fleet of 4 power units and 4 drivers under Common authority. The company has recorded 2 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameRitchie Sands
DBASands & Sons Farms
DOT #879232
MC #MC433066
CityPulaski
StateTennessee
ZIP38478
Authority age26 yr
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Active
Contract authorityNot authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed08/09/2025
Company officerRitchie Sands
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet
4
Power units
Drivers
4
Total
Inspections
2
On record
Crashes
0
None on record
OOS Rate
0.0%
↓ Below 22.26% avg
Authority Age
26 yr
Since 2000

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Business Connections
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Associated entities1 revoked in network
1 revoked in network
ConnectedRevoked

Location

5162 DIANA RD, Pulaski, TN, 38478

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Inspection history

2 inspections on record · 5 most recent shown · OOS rate: 0.0%

Out-of-service rates
Driver OOS (this carrier)
0.0%
National average
22.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/24/2024TNLevel III00Pass
2/17/2025TNLevel III00Pass

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Violation categories (24 months)
Hours of Service
2 (100%)
Unsafe Driving
2 (100%)·1v
Driver Fitness
2 (100%)
Controlled Substances
2 (100%)

Crash history

0 crashes on record · Showing last 3

No crash records found.

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
✓ Active
Insurer
TENNESSEE FARMERS MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage Type
91X
Coverage Amount
$1,000,000
Effective Date
4/1/2025

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority GrantedMay 2000
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently asked

Ritchie Sands

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Ritchie Sands authorized to operate?

Yes. Ritchie Sands holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Ritchie Sands's safety record?

Ritchie Sands has 2 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Ritchie Sands operate?

Ritchie Sands operates 4 power units with approximately 4 drivers.

Is Ritchie Sands insured?

Ritchie Sands has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Ritchie Sands had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Ritchie Sands as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Ritchie Sands?

Ritchie Sands's DOT number is 879232 and MC number is MC433066. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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