TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
307299
MC Number
222819
Fleet Size
44
Total Drivers
39
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in SYDNEY, NS, operating 44 power units with 39 drivers. 1 of their 5 BASIC scores sits above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 7.7% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 13 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in NS is 3.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 14.9% across 174 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
13
Total
57%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
AIG INSURANCE COMPANY OF CANADA — eff. Oct 1, 2024
Cargo
STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. — eff. Oct 1, 2008
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD authorized to operate?
Yes. TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD (USDOT #307299) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD's safety record?
TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD has 1 BASIC score above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD operate?
TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD operates 44 power units with 39 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD transport hazardous materials?
No. TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD located?
TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD is based in SYDNEY, NS at 527 KELTIC DRIVE, B1L 1B6. Phone: (902) 562-5620.
What are TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD's out-of-service rates?
TOM MACDONALD TRUCKING LTD's driver out-of-service rate is 7.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 10.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.