Key Takeaway
Avant Mine is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sandersville, Washington County, GA. It has 232 violations on record (61 S&S) and $65K in proposed penalties. Operated by Southeastern Performance Minerals, LLC.
Avant Mine
Operator: Southeastern Performance Minerals, LLC
Controller: David M Avant Jr; Paul D Coughlan
Location: Sandersville, Washington County, GA
Employees: 34
Recent Violations
View all 232 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/04/2025 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/04/2025 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/15/2025 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/15/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/06/2025 | 56.13015(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/06/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 03/06/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/06/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/01/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/01/2023 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/01/2023 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/01/2023 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/01/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/01/2023 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/19/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/19/2023 | 56.20013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/19/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 01/06/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 01/06/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 13 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/29/2025 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/12/2018 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/30/2009 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 38d restricted |
| 04/18/2005 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
| 01/07/2005 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 55d lost |
| 07/03/2003 | NO VALUE FOUND | NO VALUE FOUND | None |
| 12/16/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 09/10/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 06/16/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 128d lost |
| 05/17/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
Inspections
View all 87 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/10/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 12/04/2025 | 12/04/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 07/22/2025 | 07/28/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 07/15/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 25.00 | 2 |
| 03/06/2025 | 03/06/2025 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 03/05/2025 | 03/10/2025 | 25.75 | 1 |
| 08/21/2024 | 08/22/2024 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 01/30/2024 | 02/01/2024 | 30.00 | 1 |
| 06/01/2023 | 06/02/2023 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 01/19/2023 | 01/19/2023 | 11.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Avant Mine have?
Avant Mine has 232 MSHA violations on record, of which 61 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $65K.
What type of mine is Avant Mine?
Avant Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sandersville, Washington County, GA. It currently has 34 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Avant Mine?
According to MSHA records, Avant Mine has 13 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Avant Mine?
Avant Mine is operated by Southeastern Performance Minerals, LLC and controlled by David M Avant Jr; Paul D Coughlan. MSHA Mine ID: 0901088.