Key Takeaway
Chippewa Sand is a abandoned surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Bloomer, Chippewa County, WI. It has 43 violations on record (13 S&S) and $9K in proposed penalties. Operated by Superior Silica Sands, LLC.
Chippewa Sand
Operator: Superior Silica Sands, LLC
Controller: PIMCO; HPS Investment Partners; Oak Hill Advisors
Location: Bloomer, Chippewa County, WI
Recent Violations
View all 43 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2018 | 56.20003(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 07/16/2018 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 07/16/2018 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 08/21/2017 | 56.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $387 |
| 05/17/2017 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 05/17/2017 | 56.9300(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/17/2017 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/13/2015 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/13/2015 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 05/13/2015 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 05/12/2015 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/12/2015 | 56.4603(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/12/2015 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/29/2015 | 56.14206(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 01/29/2015 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 01/29/2015 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 01/29/2015 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 01/29/2015 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 04/22/2014 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/22/2014 | 56.20003(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 22 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2018 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/21/2018 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/04/2018 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/08/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 07/14/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 06/26/2017 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 06/24/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 13d restricted |
| 07/15/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/03/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/26/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
Inspections
View all 29 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/2021 | 08/19/2021 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 05/28/2019 | 05/28/2019 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 03/18/2019 | 03/19/2019 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 07/16/2018 | 07/17/2018 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 08/21/2017 | 08/21/2017 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 08/21/2017 | 08/21/2017 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 06/12/2017 | 06/13/2017 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 05/17/2017 | 05/23/2017 | 33.50 | 1 |
| 03/21/2017 | 03/21/2017 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 02/09/2016 | 02/09/2016 | 3.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Chippewa Sand have?
Chippewa Sand has 43 MSHA violations on record, of which 13 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $9K.
What type of mine is Chippewa Sand?
Chippewa Sand is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Bloomer, Chippewa County, WI. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Chippewa Sand?
According to MSHA records, Chippewa Sand has 22 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Chippewa Sand?
Chippewa Sand is operated by Superior Silica Sands, LLC and controlled by PIMCO; HPS Investment Partners; Oak Hill Advisors. MSHA Mine ID: 4703607.