Key Takeaway
Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in SUNCOOK, Merrimack County, NH. It has 183 violations on record (46 S&S) and $65K in proposed penalties. Operated by Plourde Sand & Gravel Company Inc.
Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit
Operator: Plourde Sand & Gravel Company Inc
Controller: Oscar P Plourde
Location: SUNCOOK, Merrimack County, NH
Employees: 20
Recent Violations
View all 183 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2025 | 56.4104(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 01/22/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/22/2025 | 56.23002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 04/17/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/16/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.4104(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.14115(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/29/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/29/2023 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 08/29/2023 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/15/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/19/2022 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 08/17/2021 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 08/17/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 08/17/2021 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 03/02/2021 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 19 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/22/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 1d restricted |
| 10/11/2006 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/03/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/01/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/31/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 54d lost |
| 03/02/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/14/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 12d restricted |
| 04/23/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 02/28/2002 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/14/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
Inspections
View all 66 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2025 | 08/16/2025 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 02/18/2025 | 02/21/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 01/21/2025 | 01/27/2025 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 04/16/2024 | 04/17/2024 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 02/13/2024 | 02/15/2024 | 16.25 | 1 |
| 08/29/2023 | 08/31/2023 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 02/15/2023 | 02/15/2023 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 07/19/2022 | 07/19/2022 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 01/13/2022 | 01/13/2022 | 10.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit have?
Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit has 183 MSHA violations on record, of which 46 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $65K.
What type of mine is Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit?
Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in SUNCOOK, Merrimack County, NH. It currently has 20 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit?
According to MSHA records, Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit has 19 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit?
Plourde Sand Hooksett Pit is operated by Plourde Sand & Gravel Company Inc and controlled by Oscar P Plourde. MSHA Mine ID: 2700094.