Key Takeaway
Surprise Hill is a abandoned surface mine producing Stone, located in Libby, Lincoln County, MT. It has 25 violations on record (7 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by R P O Stone Inc.
Surprise Hill
Operator: R P O Stone Inc
Controller: Robert P Orr
Location: Libby, Lincoln County, MT
Recent Violations
View all 25 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2014 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 07/10/2014 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 06/24/2014 | 56.14207 | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/24/2014 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $112 |
| 06/24/2014 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $112 |
| 06/24/2014 | 56.14103(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/24/2014 | 56.20008(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/02/2014 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/10/2013 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 09/10/2013 | 56.9300(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 10/18/2011 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/18/2011 | 56.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 06/29/2011 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 06/29/2011 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/29/2011 | 56.14101(a)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $200 |
| 10/21/2009 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/08/2009 | 56.14132(b)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/08/2009 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 07/01/2009 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/01/2009 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/30/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/13/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 7d lost, 51d restricted |
| 06/02/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 263d restricted |
Inspections
View all 19 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/08/2014 | 07/11/2014 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 06/24/2014 | 06/24/2014 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 06/02/2014 | 06/02/2014 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 01/28/2014 | 01/29/2014 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 09/09/2013 | 09/11/2013 | 24.75 | 1 |
| 06/03/2013 | 06/04/2013 | 10.75 | 1 |
| 04/24/2012 | 04/25/2012 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 10/18/2011 | 10/19/2011 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 06/29/2011 | 06/29/2011 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 10/20/2009 | 10/22/2009 | 19.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Surprise Hill have?
Surprise Hill has 25 MSHA violations on record, of which 7 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Surprise Hill?
Surprise Hill is a Surface mine producing Stone, located in Libby, Lincoln County, MT. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Surprise Hill?
According to MSHA records, Surprise Hill has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Surprise Hill?
Surprise Hill is operated by R P O Stone Inc and controlled by Robert P Orr. MSHA Mine ID: 2402284.