Key Takeaway
ROLLING ROCK PIT is a active surface mine producing Stone, located in Boyerstown, Berks County, PA. It has 33 violations on record (5 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Rolling Rock Building Stone Inc.
ROLLING ROCK PIT
Operator: Rolling Rock Building Stone Inc
Controller: Joseph Zimring
Location: Boyerstown, Berks County, PA
Employees: 35
Recent Violations
View all 33 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2025 | 56.5001(a)/56.5005 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/06/2023 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 07/22/2022 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 02/04/2021 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/07/2020 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/16/2019 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 12/04/2018 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $462 |
| 12/06/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 12/06/2017 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 03/09/2015 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/31/2014 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 11/21/2013 | 56.3131 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/18/2013 | 56.4603(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/03/2013 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 05/23/2012 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/27/2011 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/23/2010 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 02/23/2010 | 56.12032 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 02/23/2010 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 02/23/2010 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 66 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 14d restricted |
| 05/24/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 82d restricted |
| 05/15/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 02/19/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/18/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/25/2022 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 138d lost, 14d restricted |
| 08/18/2021 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 7d restricted |
| 07/26/2021 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 15d restricted |
| 07/20/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 06/11/2021 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 9d restricted |
Inspections
View all 65 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/08/2025 | 10/08/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 10/06/2025 | 10/14/2025 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 08/27/2025 | 08/27/2025 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 04/17/2025 | 05/12/2025 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 03/17/2025 | 03/28/2025 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 03/04/2025 | 03/07/2025 | 36.00 | 2 |
| 07/23/2024 | 07/24/2024 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 03/27/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 15.50 | 1 |
| 02/12/2024 | 02/15/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does ROLLING ROCK PIT have?
ROLLING ROCK PIT has 33 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is ROLLING ROCK PIT?
ROLLING ROCK PIT is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Boyerstown, Berks County, PA. It currently has 35 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at ROLLING ROCK PIT?
According to MSHA records, ROLLING ROCK PIT has 66 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates ROLLING ROCK PIT?
ROLLING ROCK PIT is operated by Rolling Rock Building Stone Inc and controlled by Joseph Zimring. MSHA Mine ID: 3608445.