Key Takeaway
HOWES CAVE is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Howe Caves, Schoharie County, NY. It has 175 violations on record (24 S&S) and $59K in proposed penalties. Operated by COBLESKILL STONE PRODUCTS, INC..
HOWES CAVE
Operator: COBLESKILL STONE PRODUCTS, INC.
Controller: Emil J Galasso
Location: Howe Caves, Schoharie County, NY
Employees: 19
Recent Violations
View all 175 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/30/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 05/29/2025 | 56.18002(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 05/29/2025 | 56.14112(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $3,022 |
| 05/29/2025 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $151 |
| 03/04/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/03/2025 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $288 |
| 03/03/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.12034 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/29/2023 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $252 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.20010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $558 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $252 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.13011 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 06/27/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $252 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 26 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/07/2025 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 09/11/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/12/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/04/2020 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/20/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 19d lost |
| 11/05/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 12/14/2016 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 05/31/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 11/05/2015 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/14/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
Inspections
View all 56 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2025 | 07/02/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 06/16/2025 | 06/16/2025 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 06/02/2025 | 06/02/2025 | 0.50 | 1 |
| 05/29/2025 | 06/02/2025 | 26.25 | 2 |
| 05/29/2025 | 06/02/2025 | 12.00 | 2 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/05/2025 | 26.25 | 1 |
| 07/15/2024 | 07/22/2024 | 18.25 | 1 |
| 02/12/2024 | 02/20/2024 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 07/28/2023 | 08/11/2023 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 07/14/2023 | 07/14/2023 | 7.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does HOWES CAVE have?
HOWES CAVE has 175 MSHA violations on record, of which 24 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $59K.
What type of mine is HOWES CAVE?
HOWES CAVE is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Howe Caves, Schoharie County, NY. It currently has 19 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at HOWES CAVE?
According to MSHA records, HOWES CAVE has 26 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates HOWES CAVE?
HOWES CAVE is operated by COBLESKILL STONE PRODUCTS, INC. and controlled by Emil J Galasso. MSHA Mine ID: 3002306.