Schoolhouse Quartz Plant
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Sibelco North America Inc.
Controller: S C R-Sibelco Nv
Location: Spruce Pine, Avery County, NC
Employees: 144
172
Violations
47
S&S Violations
25
Accidents
$105K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 172 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2026 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/13/2026 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.4230(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 07/02/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 07/01/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/24/2024 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 08/28/2024 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,628 |
| 08/27/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/27/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.16012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $189 |
| 08/20/2024 | 56.4200(b)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/12/2024 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/12/2024 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/08/2024 | 56.4230(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $305 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 25 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/02/2022 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 02/09/2021 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 98d lost |
| 01/14/2021 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/24/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 05/15/2017 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 11/12/2016 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 06/15/2014 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 136d restricted |
| 03/18/2014 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 08/18/2011 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 105d restricted |
| 02/28/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 91 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/26/2026 | 02/27/2026 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 01/07/2026 | 01/16/2026 | 65.00 | 2 |
| 12/30/2025 | 12/31/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/16/2025 | 07/16/2025 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 07/03/2025 | 32.00 | 1 |
| 03/24/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 03/10/2025 | 03/19/2025 | 35.25 | 1 |
| 10/24/2024 | 12/16/2024 | 25.25 | 2 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/24/2024 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 08/26/2024 | 09/03/2024 | 48.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID3100375
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionQuartz, Crystal
Employees144
Days/Week7.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates35.9466670, -82.0044440
Nearest TownSpruce Pine
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Schoolhouse Quartz Plant have?
Schoolhouse Quartz Plant has 172 MSHA violations on record, of which 47 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $105K.
What type of mine is Schoolhouse Quartz Plant?
Schoolhouse Quartz Plant is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Spruce Pine, Avery County, NC. It currently has 144 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Schoolhouse Quartz Plant?
According to MSHA records, Schoolhouse Quartz Plant has 25 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Schoolhouse Quartz Plant?
Schoolhouse Quartz Plant is operated by Sibelco North America Inc. and controlled by S C R-Sibelco Nv. MSHA Mine ID: 3100375.