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How to Check a Carrier’s Verified Carrier Status in Shipper TMS

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    Introduction

    As a Shipper TMS user, you can quickly and easily check the Verified Carrier status of carriers in your network. This guide walks you through the steps to verify a carrier's status, understand their compliance with FMCSA regulations, and manage internal records for better organization and decision-making.

    How to Check a Carrier's Verified Carrier Status

    Follow these step-by-step instructions to check a carrier's status in Shipper TMS:

    Step 1: Log in to Your Shipper TMS Account

    1. Log into your Shipper TMS account.
    2. Navigate to the Manage Carriers section from the sidebar menu.

    Step 2: Locate the Carrier

    1. Browse the list of carriers displayed in the Manage Carriers section.
    Note: Each carrier will display their associated statuses, such as Approved, Preferred, Certificate Holder, Insurance Expired, Blocklisted, or Internal.
    1. If you're looking for a specific carrier, enter their USDOT number or name in the search bar at the top and click on their name to open their profile.

    Step 3: Review Carrier Profile and Verified Status

    1. Inside the Carrier Profile, check the Verified Carrier Status section.
    2. View their Company Assessment, which includes the following under Authority:
      • A green checkmark means the carrier's USDOT number is active and authorized to haul cargo according to the FMCSA database.
      • A yellow warning symbol means the carrier is NOT AUTHORIZED. It is not recommended to dispatch loads to carriers without FMCSA authorization.
      • Additional documents such as a USDOT Certificate, W9 Form, and valid Cargo Insurance.
      • Click the document links to view them directly in your browser.

    Step 4: Use the Internal Records Feature

    1. Mark carriers as Approved or Preferred to indicate their internal status.
    2. Use the Certificate Holder feature to upload and store insurance records for your internal reference.
    3. Once you've updated the carrier's status, it will display at the top of their Carrier Profile for easy access.

    Understanding the Verified Carrier Assessment

    Below are the key components of a Verified Carrier assessment:

    • Authority: Confirms the carrier's FMCSA status.
    • USDOT Certificate: Ensures the carrier has active operating authority.
    • W9 Form: Verifies the carrier's tax compliance.
    • Cargo Insurance: Confirms valid insurance coverage for shipments.
    Note: It is not recommended to dispatch loads to carriers without FMCSA authorization. Always confirm a carrier's authority status before assigning them to a load.

    Learn More

    Looking for more information about carriers, users, or verification tools in Shipper TMS? Check out the sections below.