Sahara Sand of Port Norris
Active
Surface
SandAndGravel
Operator: Sahara Sand of Port Norris
Controller: John L Silvi; Laurence J Silvi II
Location: Port Norris, Cumberland County, NJ
Employees: 5
101
Violations
17
S&S Violations
49
Accidents
$23K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 101 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/16/2025 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/17/2024 | 56.11002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/17/2024 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/25/2024 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 01/25/2024 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/08/2023 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 03/22/2023 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 09/07/2022 | 56.12005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/07/2022 | 56.4011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 07/31/2019 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $121 |
| 04/25/2018 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/24/2018 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $395 |
| 04/24/2018 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,312 |
| 12/14/2017 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/14/2017 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $118 |
| 12/13/2017 | 56.12001 | S&S | LowNegligence | $225 |
| 12/13/2017 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 12/13/2017 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/07/2017 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $280 |
| 06/07/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 49 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2023 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 06/28/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 116d lost |
| 11/21/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 75d lost |
| 08/14/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 218d lost |
| 07/17/2017 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 52d lost |
| 07/18/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 107d lost |
| 05/20/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 87d lost |
| 01/05/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 57d lost |
| 03/12/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 22d lost |
| 10/25/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 228d lost |
Inspections
View all 63 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2025 | 12/08/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 07/21/2025 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 07/14/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 11/20/2024 | 11/21/2024 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 09/24/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 11.75 | 1 |
| 04/17/2024 | 04/17/2024 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 01/25/2024 | 01/25/2024 | 13.25 | 1 |
| 06/08/2023 | 06/08/2023 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 03/22/2023 | 03/23/2023 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 09/07/2022 | 09/08/2022 | 20.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID2800549
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Employees5
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates39.2569440, -75.0588890
Nearest TownPort Norris
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sahara Sand of Port Norris have?
Sahara Sand of Port Norris has 101 MSHA violations on record, of which 17 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $23K.
What type of mine is Sahara Sand of Port Norris?
Sahara Sand of Port Norris is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Port Norris, Cumberland County, NJ. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sahara Sand of Port Norris?
According to MSHA records, Sahara Sand of Port Norris has 49 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sahara Sand of Port Norris?
Sahara Sand of Port Norris is operated by Sahara Sand of Port Norris and controlled by John L Silvi; Laurence J Silvi II. MSHA Mine ID: 2800549.