Key Takeaway
Sand Merchant is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in richmond, Contra Costa County, CA. It has 61 violations on record (9 S&S) and $6K in proposed penalties. Operated by Foss Maritime Company.
Sand Merchant
Operator: Foss Maritime Company
Controller: Saltchuck Resources Inc
Location: richmond, Contra Costa County, CA
Employees: 12
Recent Violations
View all 61 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/01/2023 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 03/09/2020 | 56.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/09/2020 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/09/2020 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 03/09/2020 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 08/01/2019 | 46.8(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 01/16/2019 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/05/2018 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 06/28/2016 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 06/27/2016 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/22/2015 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/22/2015 | 56.4402 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/24/2015 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/24/2015 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/28/2015 | 56.13015 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 01/27/2015 | 56.14207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 01/27/2015 | 46.9(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 06/17/2014 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/17/2014 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 01/28/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 358d lost |
| 09/23/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 181d lost |
Inspections
View all 66 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/07/2025 | 10/07/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | 06/04/2025 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 06/04/2025 | 06/04/2025 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 02/20/2025 | 02/20/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 08/30/2024 | 09/03/2024 | 13.75 | 1 |
| 03/22/2024 | 03/25/2024 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 08/01/2023 | 08/01/2023 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 08/01/2023 | 08/01/2023 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 03/16/2023 | 03/16/2023 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 09/13/2022 | 09/13/2022 | 6.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Sand Merchant have?
Sand Merchant has 61 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $6K.
What type of mine is Sand Merchant?
Sand Merchant is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in richmond, Contra Costa County, CA. It currently has 12 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Sand Merchant?
According to MSHA records, Sand Merchant has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Sand Merchant?
Sand Merchant is operated by Foss Maritime Company and controlled by Saltchuck Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0405498.