Hub Team Haugen + General Trailer Parts.
Understanding Your Needs.
General Trailer Parts is a trusted supplier in the commercial trailer and heavy equipment industry, delivering dependable parts, brake components, and accessories that keep fleets moving across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.
With distribution operations that support time-sensitive freight, specialized equipment, and regional haulers, your business can’t afford downtime. You need an insurance partner who understands the operational urgency, parts-specific exposures, and the supply chain pressures unique to your world—one who brings solutions, not red tape.
Safety & Operational Risk Management at General Trailer Parts
General Trailer Parts operates with a sharp focus on safety, operational discipline, and service reliability. Delivering essential components to the trailer, truck, and heavy equipment industries with care and precision. In a fast-paced distribution environment where warehouse logistics, customer service, and heavy equipment use intersect, safety is not just a priority, it’s embedded in the culture.
Key risk management measures include:
Warehouse & Material Handling:
All forklifts, pallet jacks, and loading equipment are operated by trained personnel and maintained on a strict inspection schedule. Racking systems and high-storage areas are engineered and organized to minimize tipping risks and ensure safe access to inventory.
Shipping & Receiving Protocols:
Dock operations are guided by clear procedures for trailer restraint, load balancing, and securement. Drivers and warehouse teams follow checklists that reduce the risk of injury during loading/unloading and keep goods moving safely and efficiently.
Employee Safety Training:
Team members receive ongoing training in safe lifting practices, ergonomics, equipment handling, and emergency procedures. These trainings are reinforced with clear signage, toolbox talks, and a culture of peer accountability.
Facility & Customer Safety:
Walkways and warehouse floors are kept clean and free from obstructions. Spill kits are readily available, and flammable or hazardous items are clearly marked and stored per OSHA guidelines. Customer pickup areas are separated from active warehouse zones to reduce risk.
These practices allow General Trailer Parts to deliver on its promise of reliability and safety, protecting employees, supporting customers, and contributing to the smooth operation of fleets and equipment throughout the region.
Operational Efficiency with Safety at the Core
At General Trailer Parts, operational efficiency is built on a foundation of safety, precision, and service dependability. From warehouse operations to counter service and outbound logistics, every aspect of the business is designed to support fast, accurate order fulfillment while minimizing risk and maximizing uptime for the customers they serve.
Key strategies include:
Disciplined Parts Handling & Fulfillment:
Whether fulfilling same-day orders or staging large shipments, General follows structured handling procedures to ensure accuracy and reduce risk. Forklifts, dollies, and pallet systems are operated by certified personnel, and work zones are organized for safety and flow efficiency.
Facility Compliance & Hazard Control:
General maintains full compliance with fire codes and OSHA standards, including proper labeling and storage of lubricants, chemicals, and other hazardous items. Fire extinguishers and exits are clearly marked, and routine inspections are performed to keep safety systems fully operational.
Delivery Coordination & Load Management:
With parts moving daily to service fleets and shops throughout the region, General plans delivery routes for safety and reliability. Vehicle loads are balanced, secured, and scheduled to reduce exposure and meet customer expectations.
By embedding safety and structure into every step of their operations, General Trailer Parts helps keep the industry moving—providing parts you can depend on, backed by a team that puts safety and service first.
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General Trailer Parts deserves a broker who:
Understands Your Business: We specialize in distribution, logistics, and industrial supply—we understand the risks you face, from warehouse operations and fleet safety to vendor liability, product integrity, and customer expectations.
Delivers Responsive, Personal Service: Our team is local, engaged, and built for service. Whether it’s a certificate request, claims support, or policy clarification—you’ll get fast, accurate answers from people who know your business.
Customizes Coverage Around Your Operation: Your business isn’t off-the-shelf, and your insurance program shouldn’t be either. We tailor coverage to fit your warehouse layout, delivery operations, vendor relationships, and inventory risk—so you’re covered where it counts.
Advocates Like a True Partner: From negotiating with underwriters to navigating claims and refining safety protocols, we work as an extension of your internal team—always pushing to protect your people, assets, and reputation.
You deserve a broker who understands your world—and has the tools, team, and drive to support your continued success. HUB International and Team Haugen are the right fit for General Trailer Parts.
Why We Are the Best Fit for
Meet Team Haugen
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Logan Haugen
SVP, Commercial Lines, Team Haugen Lead
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Charles Niderost
Advisor, Employee Benefits
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David Niderost
Advisor, Workers Compensation
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Shelley Sage
Account Executive, Workers Compensation/Service
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Spencer Haugen
Associate Advisor, Commercial Lines
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Hayden Haugen
Associate Advisor, Commercial Lines
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Don Watson
Client Services Advisor – Commercial Lines
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Linda Shaddon
Sr. Account Manager
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Marcia Hawkins
Account Manager II – Commercial Lines
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Sidnee Johnson
Account Manager II
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Emily Lubman
Workers Comp / Director, Risk Management
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Alexander D’Arcy
Workers Compensation Claims Analyst
General Trailer Parts represents the kind of stable, well-managed business underwriters value.
As a locally owned and operated supplier with decades of industry experience, General Trailer Parts has built a strong reputation for reliability, operational discipline, and customer-first service across the commercial trailer and trucking sectors.
From clean, organized warehouse facilities to consistent inventory control, certified equipment handling, and a focus on workplace safety, General demonstrates the qualities of a top-tier risk—committed to both operational excellence and employee wellbeing.
Partnering with General Trailer Parts is an attractive underwriting opportunity—aligning with a trusted, service-driven business that values long-term stability, risk-conscious practices, and strong community ties.