Key Takeaway
Independent Mine is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lake Wales, Lake County, FL. It has 129 violations on record (30 S&S) and $31K in proposed penalties. Operated by E R Jahna Industries Inc.
Independent Mine
Operator: E R Jahna Industries Inc
Controller: E R Jahna Industries Inc
Location: Lake Wales, Lake County, FL
Employees: 46
Recent Violations
View all 129 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2022 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $183 |
| 08/03/2022 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/18/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/18/2021 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 04/22/2019 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 11/14/2018 | 56.14130(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,031 |
| 11/14/2018 | 46.11(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $232 |
| 11/14/2018 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 11/14/2018 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 11/14/2018 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/04/2018 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 11/21/2017 | 56.12023 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 11/21/2017 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 11/20/2017 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/09/2017 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 11/15/2016 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 09/21/2016 | 56.9101 | S&S | LowNegligence | $114 |
| 05/19/2016 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/06/2015 | 56.14213(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 10/06/2015 | 56.11004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 51 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 01/20/2022 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 76d restricted |
| 08/06/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/03/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 38d restricted |
| 06/11/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 09/21/2016 | POWERED HAULAGE | INJURIES INVOLVNG NONEMPLOYEES | None |
| 07/27/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 58d restricted |
| 06/10/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 43d restricted |
| 04/17/2013 | OTHER | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 05/05/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
Inspections
View all 86 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | 10/09/2025 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 07/23/2025 | 07/23/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 01/23/2025 | 01/28/2025 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 05/10/2024 | 05/10/2024 | 18.00 | 2 |
| 01/29/2024 | 02/01/2024 | 20.25 | 1 |
| 08/14/2023 | 08/16/2023 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 02/21/2023 | 02/23/2023 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 08/15/2022 | 08/15/2022 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 08/02/2022 | 08/03/2022 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 11/01/2021 | 11/01/2021 | 9.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Independent Mine have?
Independent Mine has 129 MSHA violations on record, of which 30 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $31K.
What type of mine is Independent Mine?
Independent Mine is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Lake Wales, Lake County, FL. It currently has 46 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Independent Mine?
According to MSHA records, Independent Mine has 51 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Independent Mine?
Independent Mine is operated by E R Jahna Industries Inc and controlled by E R Jahna Industries Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0801021.