Key Takeaway
HARTWELL MINE is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Hartwell, Hart County, GA. It has 42 violations on record (7 S&S) and $7K in proposed penalties. Operated by Colors & Effects USA LLC.
HARTWELL MINE
Operator: Colors & Effects USA LLC
Controller: DIC Corporation
Location: Hartwell, Hart County, GA
Employees: 41
Recent Violations
View all 42 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 05/18/2023 | 50.20(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/18/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/18/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/18/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/18/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/01/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/11/2021 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 08/26/2020 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 08/26/2020 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $378 |
| 08/26/2020 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $378 |
| 05/29/2019 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $372 |
| 05/29/2019 | 56.14101(a)(3) | S&S | NoNegligence | $121 |
| 02/11/2019 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 09/19/2018 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 09/18/2018 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 12/07/2016 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 04/20/2016 | 56.14132(b)(1)(iv) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/23/2014 | 57.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 07/24/2014 | 56.14130(g) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $1,203 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/13/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 71d lost |
| 07/18/2022 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/17/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 07/23/2020 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 51d lost, 1d restricted |
| 07/21/2020 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 232d lost |
| 03/13/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/16/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/22/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 226d lost |
| 01/09/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
Inspections
View all 60 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 09/02/2025 | 09/05/2025 | 30.00 | 1 |
| 03/17/2025 | 03/21/2025 | 39.25 | 1 |
| 08/05/2024 | 08/12/2024 | 24.50 | 1 |
| 03/05/2024 | 03/07/2024 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 08/15/2023 | 08/18/2023 | 33.75 | 1 |
| 05/18/2023 | 05/18/2023 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 02/27/2023 | 03/01/2023 | 25.75 | 1 |
| 06/29/2022 | 07/06/2022 | 26.75 | 1 |
| 03/30/2022 | 04/21/2022 | 8.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does HARTWELL MINE have?
HARTWELL MINE has 42 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7K.
What type of mine is HARTWELL MINE?
HARTWELL MINE is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Hartwell, Hart County, GA. It currently has 41 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at HARTWELL MINE?
According to MSHA records, HARTWELL MINE has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates HARTWELL MINE?
HARTWELL MINE is operated by Colors & Effects USA LLC and controlled by DIC Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 0900241.