R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY
Active
Surface
Stone
Operator: R J VALENTE GRAVEL
Controller: Roderick J Valente
Location: Grafton, Rensselaer County, NY
Employees: 9
395
Violations
132
S&S Violations
5
Accidents
$1.0M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 395 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2026 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 56.14116(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $336 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 08/05/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $336 |
| 08/04/2025 | 56.14131(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 08/04/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/04/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/30/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/16/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 03/05/2025 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 07/15/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/08/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2022 | MACHINERY | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 07/19/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 232d lost |
| 07/27/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 17d lost |
| 12/12/2014 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 04/05/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 140d lost |
Inspections
View all 83 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/02/2026 | 02/03/2026 | 18.25 | 1 |
| 07/30/2025 | 08/06/2025 | 41.50 | 2 |
| 03/20/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 03/05/2025 | 03/06/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 08/08/2024 | 08/08/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 07/15/2024 | 07/15/2024 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 07/01/2024 | 07/09/2024 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 05/29/2024 | 05/30/2024 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 12/18/2023 | 12/21/2023 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 12/11/2023 | 12/14/2023 | 72.25 | 3 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3003434
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityStone
SIC DescriptionCrushed, Broken Limestone NEC
Employees9
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates42.7661110, -73.5227780
Nearest TownGrafton
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY have?
R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY has 395 MSHA violations on record, of which 132 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1.0M.
What type of mine is R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY?
R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Grafton, Rensselaer County, NY. It currently has 9 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY?
According to MSHA records, R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY has 5 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY?
R J VALENTE GRAFTON QUARRY is operated by R J VALENTE GRAVEL and controlled by Roderick J Valente. MSHA Mine ID: 3003434.