Independent Salt Company
Active
Underground
Nonmetal
Operator: Independent Salt Company
Controller: Brian G Keener
Location: Kanopolis, KS 67454, Ellsworth County, KS
Employees: 60
657
Violations
112
S&S Violations
130
Accidents
$189K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 657 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 57.3200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 57.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.15001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.3401 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 57.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 12/09/2025 | 57.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 12/09/2025 | 57.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $697 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.3200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $642 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.14200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $193 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.12008 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,133 |
| 12/03/2025 | 57.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $432 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 130 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 174d lost |
| 03/12/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 128d lost |
| 02/03/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/19/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 87d lost |
| 08/05/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 05/16/2024 | OCCUPATIONAL SKIN DISEASES | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 2d lost |
| 11/17/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 181d lost |
| 11/09/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/22/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 03/30/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 149 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/26/2026 | 56.75 | 2 |
| 12/02/2025 | 12/10/2025 | 61.25 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 07/28/2025 | 53.00 | 1 |
| 07/16/2025 | 07/25/2025 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 05/19/2025 | 06/12/2025 | 72.75 | 1 |
| 03/04/2025 | 03/10/2025 | 78.00 | 2 |
| 12/08/2024 | 12/12/2024 | 101.50 | 3 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/23/2024 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 08/14/2024 | 08/14/2024 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 07/29/2024 | 08/01/2024 | 109.00 | 3 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1400411
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionSalt
Employees60
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates38.7208330, -98.1272220
Nearest TownKanopolis, KS 67454
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Independent Salt Company have?
Independent Salt Company has 657 MSHA violations on record, of which 112 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $189K.
What type of mine is Independent Salt Company?
Independent Salt Company is a Underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Kanopolis, KS 67454, Ellsworth County, KS. It currently has 60 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Independent Salt Company?
According to MSHA records, Independent Salt Company has 130 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Independent Salt Company?
Independent Salt Company is operated by Independent Salt Company and controlled by Brian G Keener. MSHA Mine ID: 1400411.