EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
5583
MC Number
339742
Fleet Size
22
Total Drivers
21
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MIFFLINTOWN, Pennsylvania, operating 22 power units with 21 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 12.5% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 3 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 8 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 Pennsylvania is 10.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.4% across 77,258 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- 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
8
Total
73%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Sep 1, 2003
Cargo
FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. — eff. Aug 19, 1998
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC authorized to operate?
Yes. EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC (USDOT #5583) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC's safety record?
EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC has 5 BASIC scores 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 EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC operate?
EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC operates 22 power units with 21 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC transport hazardous materials?
No. EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC located?
EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC is based in MIFFLINTOWN, Pennsylvania at 247 EMPIRE DRIVE, 17059. Phone: (717) 436-7051.
What are EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC's out-of-service rates?
EMPIRE KOSHER POULTRY INC's driver out-of-service rate is 12.5%, 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 33.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.