Simpson
Active
Surface
Nonmetal
Operator: Oil-Dri Georgia LLC
Controller: Oil Dri Corporation Of America
Location: Ochlocknee, Thomas County, GA
Employees: 230
519
Violations
151
S&S Violations
215
Accidents
$589K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 519 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/23/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 10/23/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/21/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/21/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/21/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/21/2025 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $398 |
| 08/21/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/21/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/07/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/07/2025 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $267 |
| 08/07/2025 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/12/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/12/2025 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/11/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/11/2025 | 56.12006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 01/24/2025 | 56.11016 | S&S | ModNegligence | $592 |
| 12/10/2024 | 56.14112 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 06/28/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/28/2024 | 46.11(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $164 |
| 06/28/2024 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 215 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 08/19/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 05/29/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 26d restricted |
| 04/25/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/02/2024 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/29/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/16/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/28/2023 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 08/14/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/31/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 63d lost, 31d restricted |
Inspections
View all 90 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2025 | 10/24/2025 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 08/28/2025 | 08/28/2025 | 11.25 | 1 |
| 08/21/2025 | 08/22/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 08/20/2025 | 08/22/2025 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 08/06/2025 | 08/15/2025 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/15/2025 | 61.75 | 2 |
| 01/23/2025 | 01/24/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/09/2024 | 12/12/2024 | 33.25 | 1 |
| 08/12/2024 | 08/14/2024 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 06/27/2024 | 07/02/2024 | 38.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0900114
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityNonmetal
SIC DescriptionFullers Earth
Employees230
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift12.0
Coordinates30.9738890, -84.0530560
Nearest TownOchlocknee
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Simpson have?
Simpson has 519 MSHA violations on record, of which 151 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $589K.
What type of mine is Simpson?
Simpson is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Ochlocknee, Thomas County, GA. It currently has 230 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Simpson?
According to MSHA records, Simpson has 215 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Simpson?
Simpson is operated by Oil-Dri Georgia LLC and controlled by Oil Dri Corporation Of America. MSHA Mine ID: 0900114.