Key Takeaway
RHEX Vernal Mine is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Vernal, Uintah County, UT. It has 73 violations on record (24 S&S) and $67K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ramsey Hill Exploration L.L.C..
RHEX Vernal Mine
Operator: Ramsey Hill Exploration L.L.C.
Controller: Chris M Kusilek; Dianna J Kusilek
Location: Vernal, Uintah County, UT
Employees: 62
Recent Violations
View all 73 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 | 56.16009 | S&S | ModNegligence | $13,436 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 10/08/2024 | 56.12021 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,098 |
| 10/08/2024 | 56.14100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,098 |
| 10/08/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,098 |
| 10/07/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,098 |
| 10/07/2024 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 08/23/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 08/23/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $328 |
| 08/23/2024 | 56.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,433 |
| 02/28/2024 | 50.30-1(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/28/2024 | 56.14201(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,098 |
| 02/22/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,098 |
| 02/22/2024 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,637 |
| 02/22/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,440 |
| 02/22/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/30/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 53d lost |
| 10/26/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/20/2024 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 7d restricted |
| 02/24/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/21/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 12/10/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 23d restricted |
| 08/16/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/09/2023 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 04/15/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 05/26/2020 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 271d lost |
Inspections
View all 20 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2025 | 06/09/2025 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 04/14/2025 | 04/17/2025 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 10/07/2024 | 10/15/2024 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 09/25/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 08/26/2024 | 08/27/2024 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 08/23/2024 | 08/26/2024 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 05/30/2024 | 05/30/2024 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/01/2024 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 02/19/2024 | 02/29/2024 | 65.00 | 1 |
| 11/30/2023 | 12/01/2023 | 12.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does RHEX Vernal Mine have?
RHEX Vernal Mine has 73 MSHA violations on record, of which 24 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $67K.
What type of mine is RHEX Vernal Mine?
RHEX Vernal Mine is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Vernal, Uintah County, UT. It currently has 62 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at RHEX Vernal Mine?
According to MSHA records, RHEX Vernal Mine has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates RHEX Vernal Mine?
RHEX Vernal Mine is operated by Ramsey Hill Exploration L.L.C. and controlled by Chris M Kusilek; Dianna J Kusilek. MSHA Mine ID: 4202700.