Key Takeaway
Gibraltar Operations is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Toomsboro, Wilkinson County, GA. It has 44 violations on record (12 S&S) and $6K in proposed penalties. Operated by Thiele Kaolin Company.
Gibraltar Operations
Operator: Thiele Kaolin Company
Controller: J Eric Tillirson
Location: Toomsboro, Wilkinson County, GA
Employees: 8
Recent Violations
View all 44 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/01/2023 | 56.12041 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/04/2020 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/04/2020 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 09/18/2019 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 12/13/2017 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 02/07/2017 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $129 |
| 06/18/2015 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/26/2014 | 56.12032 | S&S | ModNegligence | $540 |
| 05/19/2014 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 07/08/2011 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/09/2011 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/02/2011 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/02/2011 | 56.14130(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/03/2010 | 56.4200(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/01/2009 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 06/30/2009 | 56.12030 | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 06/30/2009 | 56.12030 | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 07/01/2008 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/19/2006 | 56.9101 | S&S | LowNegligence | $84 |
| 10/17/2006 | 56.12034 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/19/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/22/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 72d restricted |
| 06/07/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 12/19/2006 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/05/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 07/07/2003 | NO VALUE FOUND | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 248d lost |
| 10/14/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 29d lost |
| 09/13/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/18/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/13/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 326d lost |
Inspections
View all 73 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/06/2025 | 10/07/2025 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 05/12/2025 | 05/12/2025 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 03/18/2025 | 03/18/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 09/11/2024 | 09/13/2024 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 03/26/2024 | 03/29/2024 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 06/26/2023 | 06/28/2023 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 03/27/2023 | 03/29/2023 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 03/01/2023 | 03/03/2023 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 08/04/2022 | 08/04/2022 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 02/22/2022 | 02/23/2022 | 14.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Gibraltar Operations have?
Gibraltar Operations has 44 MSHA violations on record, of which 12 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $6K.
What type of mine is Gibraltar Operations?
Gibraltar Operations is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Toomsboro, Wilkinson County, GA. It currently has 8 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Gibraltar Operations?
According to MSHA records, Gibraltar Operations has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Gibraltar Operations?
Gibraltar Operations is operated by Thiele Kaolin Company and controlled by J Eric Tillirson. MSHA Mine ID: 0900474.