Key Takeaway
American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Shavertown, Luzerne County, PA. It has 177 violations on record (45 S&S) and $73K in proposed penalties. Operated by American Asphalt Paving Company.
American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY
Operator: American Asphalt Paving Company
Controller: Bernard C (aka Jr.) Banks
Location: Shavertown, Luzerne County, PA
Employees: 17
Recent Violations
View all 177 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2026 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 07/16/2025 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $168 | |
| 06/26/2025 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 06/26/2025 | 56.15005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $839 |
| 06/26/2025 | 56.12013(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.12013 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/25/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 06/24/2025 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/24/2025 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
| 06/24/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/17/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/25/2024 | 46.9(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 09/25/2024 | 46.4(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 09/24/2024 | 46.5(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,124 |
| 09/24/2024 | 46.6(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $164 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 31 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 144d lost |
| 11/26/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 144d lost |
| 09/18/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 07/24/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 117d lost, 19d restricted |
| 09/04/2019 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 12/24/2018 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 09/13/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 53d lost |
| 07/06/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 16d lost, 55d restricted |
| 08/31/2015 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 10/20/2014 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
Inspections
View all 93 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2026 | 01/29/2026 | 43.00 | 1 |
| 12/15/2025 | 12/16/2025 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 08/14/2025 | 08/14/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 07/18/2025 | 07/18/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 07/16/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 1.75 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 06/30/2025 | 06/30/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 07/01/2025 | 48.00 | 1 |
| 11/05/2024 | 11/06/2024 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 10/15/2024 | 10/17/2024 | 30.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY have?
American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY has 177 MSHA violations on record, of which 45 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $73K.
What type of mine is American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY?
American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Shavertown, Luzerne County, PA. It currently has 17 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY?
According to MSHA records, American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY has 31 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY?
American Asphalt - CHASE QUARRY is operated by American Asphalt Paving Company and controlled by Bernard C (aka Jr.) Banks. MSHA Mine ID: 3600005.