Best Sand - Chardon
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Best Sand Corporation
Controller: Covia Holdings LLC
Location: Chardon, Geauga County, OH
Employees: 37
337
Violations
73
S&S Violations
41
Accidents
$66K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 337 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/30/2025 | 47.44(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/28/2025 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 05/28/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 02/12/2025 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/11/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/11/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 09/10/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 09/10/2024 | 56.20011 | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 12/06/2023 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 12/07/2022 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $155 |
| 12/07/2022 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $155 |
| 04/21/2022 | 46.9(a) | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $133 |
| 04/19/2022 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/19/2022 | 56.15005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 04/19/2022 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/19/2022 | 56.15005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 04/19/2022 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $155 |
| 04/19/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $155 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 41 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/16/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/15/2023 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 03/15/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 17d lost, 8d restricted |
| 08/03/2019 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/14/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/19/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 15d lost |
| 07/23/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/24/2015 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 01/14/2015 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
Inspections
View all 95 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 01/13/2026 | 15.25 | 1 |
| 10/27/2025 | 11/04/2025 | 48.50 | 1 |
| 08/11/2025 | 08/12/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 05/28/2025 | 05/29/2025 | 28.25 | 1 |
| 05/27/2025 | 05/27/2025 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 02/10/2025 | 02/13/2025 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 02/04/2025 | 02/07/2025 | 16.50 | 2 |
| 09/10/2024 | 09/12/2024 | 29.25 | 1 |
| 12/07/2023 | 12/07/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3300015
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionGround Silica
Employees37
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates41.5452780, -81.1952780
Nearest TownChardon
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Best Sand - Chardon have?
Best Sand - Chardon has 337 MSHA violations on record, of which 73 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $66K.
What type of mine is Best Sand - Chardon?
Best Sand - Chardon is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Chardon, Geauga County, OH. It currently has 37 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Best Sand - Chardon?
According to MSHA records, Best Sand - Chardon has 41 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Best Sand - Chardon?
Best Sand - Chardon is operated by Best Sand Corporation and controlled by Covia Holdings LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 3300015.