Key Takeaway
COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in West Des Moines, Polk County, IA. It has 22 violations on record (6 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by West Des Moines Sand Co..
COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT
Operator: West Des Moines Sand Co.
Controller: Fisher Enterprises Inc
Location: West Des Moines, Polk County, IA
Recent Violations
View all 22 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2004 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/16/2004 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/16/2004 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/16/2004 | 56.14132(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/16/2004 | 56.12013(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/16/2004 | 56.4430(b)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.12013(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $91 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/01/2003 | 56.9301 | S&S | ModNegligence | $91 |
| 08/06/2002 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $173 |
| 07/23/2002 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,000 |
| 05/14/2002 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 05/14/2002 | 56.4201(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/20/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/01/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 27d lost |
| 10/18/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 09/11/2000 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 15 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/20/2005 | 04/20/2005 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 07/20/2004 | 07/20/2004 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 06/16/2004 | 06/17/2004 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2003 | 07/31/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 07/16/2003 | 07/16/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2003 | 07/02/2003 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 03/27/2003 | 03/27/2003 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 10/24/2002 | 10/24/2002 | 2.00 | 2 |
| 08/06/2002 | 08/06/2002 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 08/06/2002 | 08/06/2002 | 11.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT have?
COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT has 22 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.
What type of mine is COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT?
COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in West Des Moines, Polk County, IA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT?
According to MSHA records, COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT?
COMMERCE PIT AND PLANT is operated by West Des Moines Sand Co. and controlled by Fisher Enterprises Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1300780.