Key Takeaway

WIRTJERS PIT is a abandoned surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sac County, IA. It has 14 violations on record (3 S&S) and $7K in proposed penalties. Operated by J W Ready Mix & Construction Inc.

WIRTJERS PIT

Abandoned Surface SandAndGravel

Operator: J W Ready Mix & Construction Inc

Controller: Patricia Wirtjers

Location: Sac County, IA

14
Violations
3
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$7K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
10/10/2001 56.15005 S&S ModNegligence $1,247
10/10/2001 56.18010 Non-S&S HighNegligence $317
10/10/2001 56.12032 S&S ModNegligence $399
10/10/2001 56.14201(b) S&S ModNegligence $399
10/10/2001 56.14107(a) Non-S&S HighNegligence $2,000
10/10/2001 56.14132(b)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $399
07/30/2001 56.4201(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $294
07/30/2001 56.4201(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $150
07/30/2001 56.14100(d) Non-S&S ModNegligence $150
07/30/2001 56.18002(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $150
07/30/2001 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $294
07/30/2001 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $294
07/30/2001 56.14107(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $294
07/30/2001 56.1000 Non-S&S ModNegligence $150

Accidents & Injuries

View all 1 →
Date Classification Injury Days Lost
05/22/2002 OTHER DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 2d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
01/22/2002 01/22/2002 4.00 1
10/10/2001 10/11/2001 19.00 1
08/02/2001 08/02/2001 4.00 1
07/30/2001 07/31/2001 11.00 1
05/18/2000 05/18/2000 3.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID1302024
Mine TypeSurface
StatusAbandoned
CommoditySandAndGravel
SIC DescriptionConstruction Sand and Gravel
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does WIRTJERS PIT have?

WIRTJERS PIT has 14 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $7K.

What type of mine is WIRTJERS PIT?

WIRTJERS PIT is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Sac County, IA. It currently has employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at WIRTJERS PIT?

According to MSHA records, WIRTJERS PIT has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates WIRTJERS PIT?

WIRTJERS PIT is operated by J W Ready Mix & Construction Inc and controlled by Patricia Wirtjers. MSHA Mine ID: 1302024.