Masslite Division
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Lorusso Materials Corp
Controller: Gerard C Lorusso
Location: Plainville, Norfolk County, MA
Employees: 14
217
Violations
49
S&S Violations
12
Accidents
$52K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 217 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | 56.14205 | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/03/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/10/2024 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/10/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | LowNegligence | $227 |
| 04/09/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/09/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/09/2024 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/08/2024 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/19/2023 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $439 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 10/18/2023 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/17/2023 | 56.3201 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,463 |
| 10/17/2023 | 56.3130 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 10/17/2023 | 56.3200 | S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 07/08/2023 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/08/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 07/08/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 12 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/02/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 236d lost |
| 01/08/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 11/07/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 10/18/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 31d lost |
| 03/23/2006 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 06/11/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/04/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 346d lost |
| 10/29/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 67d lost |
Inspections
View all 82 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 02/28/2026 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 12/22/2025 | 02/23/2026 | 23.50 | 1 |
| 04/14/2025 | 04/15/2025 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 03/02/2025 | 03/04/2025 | 28.00 | 1 |
| 04/08/2024 | 04/11/2024 | 30.25 | 1 |
| 11/08/2023 | 11/08/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 10/17/2023 | 10/19/2023 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 10/16/2023 | 10/20/2023 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 07/08/2023 | 07/10/2023 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 02/27/2023 | 02/28/2023 | 9.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1900097
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionCommon Shale
Employees14
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates42.0188890, -71.3516670
Nearest TownPlainville
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Masslite Division have?
Masslite Division has 217 MSHA violations on record, of which 49 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $52K.
What type of mine is Masslite Division?
Masslite Division is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Plainville, Norfolk County, MA. It currently has 14 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Masslite Division?
According to MSHA records, Masslite Division has 12 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Masslite Division?
Masslite Division is operated by Lorusso Materials Corp and controlled by Gerard C Lorusso. MSHA Mine ID: 1900097.