Establishment profile
UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY
141 AIRPORT ROAD, LEE VINING, CA, 93541
212399 — All Other Nonmetallic Mineral Mining
Summary
UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY has accumulated 12 OSHA violations across 10 inspections over 33 years of recorded history, with $1,360 in total assessed penalties.
The establishment sits in the 89th percentile for violations within its industry-state peer group of 1,687 employers. Inspection frequency runs at the 87th percentile. The most recent enforcement activity was recorded 3 years ago.
Federal records were found in 2 of 15 sources. Sources without matching records returned empty for this establishment.
Agency coverage
UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY appears in OSHA workplace safety and MSHA mine safety records only. No matching records were found in WHD wage enforcement, EPA environmental compliance, NLRB labor relations, OFLC visa and labor certification (historical), FMCSA motor carrier registration, SAM.gov federal debarment, CMS nursing home enforcement, UVA Corporate Prosecution Registry, CPSC product recalls, or NHTSA vehicle recalls.
OSHA workplace safety
50% of inspections at this establishment produced violations,
Most-cited OSHA standards
Top OSHA standards cited at this employer, ranked by citation count. Standards (CFR sections) cluster citations into safety themes -- machine guarding, lockout-tagout, hazard communication, fall protection, process safety, etc. A concentration on one or two sections reveals a pattern that individual citations don’t. 12 distinct standards shown · 12 citations in this view · $1,360 in penalties.
| CFR section | Citations | Inspections | Total penalty | First cited | Last cited |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3210(B) | 1 | 1 | $250 | Aug 2017 | Aug 2017 |
| 29 CFR 2340.0017 A | 1 | 1 | $150 | Aug 2018 | Aug 2018 |
| 3328 D | 1 | 1 | $150 | Jun 2002 | Jun 2002 |
| 3650(C) | 1 | 1 | $130 | Aug 2019 | Aug 2019 |
| 29 CFR 2340.0016 A | 1 | 1 | $110 | Aug 2018 | Aug 2018 |
| 3650(S) | 1 | 1 | $110 | Aug 2018 | Aug 2018 |
| 4650(E) | 1 | 1 | $110 | Aug 2018 | Aug 2018 |
| 461(A) | 1 | 1 | $100 | Aug 2018 | Aug 2018 |
| 4002(A) | 1 | 1 | $100 | Aug 2017 | Aug 2017 |
| 3270(B) | 1 | 1 | $75 | Oct 2016 | Oct 2016 |
| 29 CFR 2473.0001 B | 1 | 1 | $75 | Oct 2016 | Oct 2016 |
| 7010(A) | 1 | 1 | — | Oct 2016 | Oct 2016 |
Source: OSHA inspection citations (violation_detail). CFR section codes can be looked up at osha.gov/laws-regs for the formal standard text. Per-inspection detail and the specific violation descriptions are available by expanding individual inspections below.
Peer comparison
Worse on violations than most other employers in NAICS 2123 within CA. Peer group: 1,687 employers. This establishment has 12 OSHA violations; peer median is 2.
Safety self-report (OSHA 300A)
No self-reported injury rates filed with OSHA's Injury Tracking Application for UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY. Verify directly with OSHA Injury Tracking Application →
Industry benchmark
BLS rates reflect industry-wide averages. Self-reported figures come from OSHA’s Injury Tracking Application; absence of self-reported data does not necessarily indicate non-compliance — many establishments fall below the ITA reporting threshold.
Inspection breakdown
Complaint- and accident-triggered inspections are stronger risk signals than routine planned inspections.
OSHA severe injury reports
No severe injury reports (hospitalization, amputation, or loss of an eye) on file under 29 CFR 1904.39 for UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY. Verify directly with Occupational Safety and Health Administration →
Activity timeline
No federal enforcement activity has been recorded against this establishment in 3+ years. Most recent activity: 3 years ago. Data on this page is refreshed weekly.
Wage & Hour Division (WHD)
No WHD wage, overtime, or child-labor enforcement cases on file for UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY. Verify directly with Wage and Hour Division →
Mine safety (MSHA)
Company-level in CA — for UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY, not this location alone
Mine Safety & Health Administration — citations issued at mining operations. MSHA records cases at the company/regional level (no worksite address), so these are matched by company name and state and may span other UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY operations in the same state.
MSHA citations
Mine Safety and Health Administration citations. S&S (significant and substantial) marks violations that could reasonably contribute to a serious injury. Negligence rating is MSHA’s operator-culpability assessment (none, low, moderate, high, or reckless disregard). Proposed = assessed at issuance; Paid = post-settlement / appeal. 43 citations · 5S&S · $3,758 proposed / $3,758 paid.
| Citation | Mine | Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Proposed | Paid |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6391890 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2007 | — | Yes | ModNegligence | $362 | $362 |
| 6391891 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2007 | — | No | HighNegligence | $243 | $243 |
| 6339382 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Jun 2003 | — | Yes | ModNegligence | $176 | $176 |
| 6351020 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Jan 2003 | — | Yes | ModNegligence | $150 | $150 |
| 4524068 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Sep 2000 | — | Yes | ModNegligence | $131 | $131 |
| 9374772 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Aug 2018 | — | No | ModNegligence | $118 | $118 |
| 8557918 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Jan 2011 | — | No | HighNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6481899 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Oct 2009 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6481088 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | May 2009 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6481036 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Feb 2009 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6481035 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Feb 2009 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6476217 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2008 | — | No | LowNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6476216 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2008 | — | No | LowNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6476215 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2008 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6434063 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Mar 2008 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6434064 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Mar 2008 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6434062 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Mar 2008 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6391889 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2007 | — | No | ModNegligence | $100 | $100 |
| 6339815 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Mar 2002 | — | Yes | ModNegligence | $83 | $83 |
| 6382073 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Oct 2005 | — | No | ModNegligence | $60 | $60 |
| 6382072 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Oct 2005 | — | No | ModNegligence | $60 | $60 |
| 6373507 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Sep 2005 | — | No | ModNegligence | $60 | $60 |
| 6359681 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Nov 2004 | — | No | ModNegligence | $60 | $60 |
| 6359680 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Nov 2004 | — | No | ModNegligence | $60 | $60 |
| 6351178 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | May 2003 | 103(h) | No | ModNegligence | $60 | $60 |
| 6351021 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Jan 2003 | — | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 6351019 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Jan 2003 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 6351018 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Jan 2003 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 6351017 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Jan 2003 | — | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 6339931 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2002 | — | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 6339930 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2002 | — | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 6339814 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Mar 2002 | — | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7997881 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Aug 2001 | 109(a) | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7997880 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Aug 2001 | — | No | LowNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7997879 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Aug 2001 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7997878 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Aug 2001 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7997877 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Aug 2001 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7997876 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Aug 2001 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 7997875 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Aug 2001 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 4524070 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Sep 2000 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 4524069 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Sep 2000 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 4524067 | Frank Sam Mine (U S Pumice Mine) Mono, CA | Sep 2000 | — | No | ModNegligence | $55 | $55 |
| 6391888 | U S Pumice Mill Mono, CA | Aug 2007 | — | No | — | — | — |
Source: MSHA citation database. “Contractor” annotations indicate the cited party was on-site at the mine but not the mine’s operator -- responsibility attaches to the contractor LLC, not the mine’s owner. Section codes reference 30 CFR (the Mine Safety and Health regulations).
Labor relations (NLRB)
No NLRB unfair labor practice charges or union representation cases on file for UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY. Verify directly with National Labor Relations Board →
Visa & labor certification (OFLC) — historical
No H-1B, H-2A, or H-2B labor condition applications on file (historical data only — DOL ended OFLC publication) for UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY. Verify directly with Office of Foreign Labor Certification →
Environmental compliance (EPA)
No EPA inspections or formal enforcement actions on file for UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY. Verify directly with Environmental Protection Agency →
Federal criminal prosecution record
No federal criminal prosecutions, plea agreements, or deferred-prosecution agreements on file for UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY. Verify directly with UVA Corporate Prosecution Registry →
Inspection history
| Date | Trigger | Violations | Serious | Penalty | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-10-18 | Planned | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 2020-10-13 | Planned | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 2019-07-30 | Planned | 1 | — | $130 | |
| 2018-07-24 | Planned | 5 | — | $580 | |
| 2017-08-15 | Planned | 2 | — | $350 | |
| 2016-08-30 | Planned | 3 | — | $150 | |
| 2009-09-23 | Planned | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 2008-09-17 | Planned | 0 | — | $0 | |
| 2002-06-10 | Planned | 1 | — | $150 | |
| 1992-11-17 | Planned | 0 | — | $0 |
Source: OSHA IMIS. Citation amounts reflect initially assessed penalties; final amounts after appeal may differ.
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About this data
This profile aggregates federal enforcement records on UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY from every major federal compliance and enforcement source plus the UVA Corporate Prosecution Registry. OSHA workplace safety inspections, WHD wage cases, MSHA mine safety, EPA environmental enforcement, NLRB labor relations, OFLC visa/labor certification, FMCSA motor carrier registration, SAM.gov debarments, CMS nursing-home records, BLS industry safety benchmarks, OSHA ITA self-reported injury rates, SEC enforcement and financial disclosures, CPSC and NHTSA recalls.
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Contact sales →Frequently asked
- What is UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY's OSHA violation history?
- UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY has 10 OSHA inspections on record with 12 violations and $1,360 in total penalties.
- How does UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY's safety record compare to its industry?
- UNITED STATES PUMICE COMPANY operates in the all other nonmetallic mineral mining industry. The industry average Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) is 1.5.