A Better Way Communications LLC Safety Record
DOT# 4181778 · New Iberia, LA 70563 · 3372248453
Average safety record — scored 50/100. This carrier's inspection results are typical for the industry.
Last inspected 02/02/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 50/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, A Better Way Communications LLC (DOT# 4181778) in New Iberia, Louisiana has 13 inspections on record with 38 violations and a 76.9% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: C. Active common authority.
Out-of-Service Rates vs. National Average
An out-of-service (OOS) violation means a vehicle or driver was found unsafe to operate during a roadside inspection and was prohibited from continuing until the issue was corrected.
Violation Categories · 38 total violations
FMCSA groups violations into Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Each violation found during a roadside inspection is classified into a category that reflects the type of safety risk.
Inspection History · 13 records
FMCSA inspections range from Level 1 (full vehicle and driver examination) to Level 6 (enhanced motorcoach inspection). Level 1 is the most thorough; Levels 2 and 3 are walk-around and driver-only checks.
| Date | State | Veh OOS | Drv OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | TX | 0 | 0 |
| 12/31/2025 | TX | 1 | 0 |
| 11/29/2025 | NC | 6 | 1 |
| 11/27/2025 | LA | 1 | 0 |
| 11/09/2025 | OK | 0 | 1 |
| 09/04/2025 | LA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/31/2025 | LA | 0 | 0 |
| 01/31/2025 | LA | 0 | 0 |
| 12/18/2024 | AZ | 0 | 0 |
| 11/21/2024 | CA | 0 | 0 |
Authority & Insurance
FMCSA operating authority permits interstate for-hire transportation. Carriers must maintain minimum insurance coverage levels to keep authority active. BIPD (bodily injury and property damage) insurance is required for all for-hire carriers.
| Type | Insurer | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Trisura Specialty Insurance Company | $750 |
Fleet Profile
Power units include trucks, tractors, and other commercial motor vehicles registered to the carrier. Driver count reflects the total number of drivers reported on the carrier's MCS-150 filing.