Key Takeaway
VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Vega Alta, Manati County, PR. It has 62 violations on record (34 S&S) and $16K in proposed penalties. Operated by Owens Illinois De Puerto Rico LLC.
VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT
Operator: Owens Illinois De Puerto Rico LLC
Controller: Owens Illinois Inc
Location: Vega Alta, Manati County, PR
Recent Violations
View all 62 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2007 | 50.20(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/23/2007 | 46.5(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $749 |
| 02/23/2007 | 56.18002(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $305 |
| 02/22/2007 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $60 |
| 02/22/2007 | 56.14112(a)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $60 |
| 02/22/2007 | 56.14112(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 02/22/2007 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $350 |
| 02/22/2007 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $524 |
| 08/17/2006 | 56.11002 | S&S | ModNegligence | $203 |
| 08/16/2006 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 08/16/2006 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/16/2006 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 03/27/2006 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 03/27/2006 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 03/27/2006 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 03/27/2006 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 02/08/2006 | 56.11001 | S&S | HighNegligence | $203 |
| 02/08/2006 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,198 |
| 02/08/2006 | 56.16005 | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 02/08/2006 | 56.14100(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,198 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 7 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2006 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/09/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 23d lost |
| 07/27/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/01/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 05/18/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 19d lost |
| 07/20/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 66d lost |
| 01/27/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
Inspections
View all 43 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2007 | 05/07/2007 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 05/01/2007 | 05/01/2007 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 04/05/2007 | 04/05/2007 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 02/22/2007 | 02/26/2007 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 08/16/2006 | 08/18/2006 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 03/30/2006 | 03/30/2006 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 03/27/2006 | 03/27/2006 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 02/07/2006 | 02/10/2006 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 08/19/2005 | 08/19/2005 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 07/06/2005 | 07/08/2005 | 4.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT have?
VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT has 62 MSHA violations on record, of which 34 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $16K.
What type of mine is VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT?
VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Vega Alta, Manati County, PR. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT?
According to MSHA records, VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT has 7 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT?
VEGA ALTA SAND PLANT is operated by Owens Illinois De Puerto Rico LLC and controlled by Owens Illinois Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 5400170.