Key Takeaway
Morton Salt Fairport Mine is a active underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Painesville, Lake County, OH. It has 1,336 violations on record (205 S&S) and $564K in proposed penalties. Operated by Morton Salt Inc.
Morton Salt Fairport Mine
Operator: Morton Salt Inc
Controller: SCIH Salt Holdings, Inc
Location: Painesville, Lake County, OH
Employees: 103
Recent Violations
View all 1,336 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | 57.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/20/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/14/2026 | 57.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/13/2026 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/13/2026 | 57.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2026 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/07/2026 | 57.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/06/2025 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/06/2025 | 57.16001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/06/2025 | 57.20032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/06/2025 | 57.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 57.4104(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/04/2025 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/30/2025 | 57.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/29/2025 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/09/2025 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/08/2025 | 57.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/01/2025 | 57.3200 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/01/2025 | 57.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/01/2025 | 57.14112(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 312 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/30/2026 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/24/2026 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/14/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 11/11/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 11/03/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 40d lost, 28d restricted |
| 10/23/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/30/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/16/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/15/2025 | HOISTING | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 254 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/06/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 88.25 | 1 |
| 11/14/2025 | 01/12/2026 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 10/28/2025 | 11/13/2025 | 191.75 | 3 |
| 07/01/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 124.50 | 2 |
| 05/12/2025 | 05/22/2025 | 139.75 | 2 |
| 03/17/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 35.00 | 1 |
| 01/06/2025 | 01/28/2025 | 200.00 | 2 |
| 10/28/2024 | 11/14/2024 | 177.50 | 2 |
| 10/15/2024 | 10/17/2024 | 26.25 | 1 |
| 07/08/2024 | 07/18/2024 | 76.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Morton Salt Fairport Mine have?
Morton Salt Fairport Mine has 1336 MSHA violations on record, of which 205 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $564K.
What type of mine is Morton Salt Fairport Mine?
Morton Salt Fairport Mine is a Underground mine producing Nonmetal, located in Painesville, Lake County, OH. It currently has 103 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Morton Salt Fairport Mine?
According to MSHA records, Morton Salt Fairport Mine has 312 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Morton Salt Fairport Mine?
Morton Salt Fairport Mine is operated by Morton Salt Inc and controlled by SCIH Salt Holdings, Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 3301993.