Key Takeaway
Charmian is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Blue Ridge Summit, Adams County, PA. It has 456 violations on record (92 S&S) and $232K in proposed penalties. Operated by Specialty Granules LLC.
Charmian
Operator: Specialty Granules LLC
Controller: Specialty Granules LLC
Location: Blue Ridge Summit, Adams County, PA
Employees: 155
Recent Violations
View all 456 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2026 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.12019 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.20003(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,133 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.14110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2026 | 56.14115(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $432 |
| 01/15/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/15/2026 | 56.4011 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.3131 | S&S | LowNegligence | $504 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/29/2025 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/28/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.15005 | S&S | LowNegligence | $267 |
| 05/21/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 103 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 09/24/2025 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/23/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 09/15/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 09/11/2025 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 09/09/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 07/07/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 06/29/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 05/28/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 29d restricted |
| 05/18/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 80 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/13/2026 | 02/13/2026 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 01/05/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 97.75 | 2 |
| 05/21/2025 | 06/04/2025 | 73.50 | 1 |
| 03/03/2025 | 04/01/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 02/10/2025 | 02/21/2025 | 77.50 | 1 |
| 09/17/2024 | 09/18/2024 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 07/19/2024 | 07/19/2024 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 07/01/2024 | 07/02/2024 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 05/06/2024 | 06/21/2024 | 102.75 | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Charmian have?
Charmian has 456 MSHA violations on record, of which 92 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $232K.
What type of mine is Charmian?
Charmian is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Blue Ridge Summit, Adams County, PA. It currently has 155 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Charmian?
According to MSHA records, Charmian has 103 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Charmian?
Charmian is operated by Specialty Granules LLC and controlled by Specialty Granules LLC. MSHA Mine ID: 3603460.