Mining Incidents

Williams Quarry Metal/Non-Metal

Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Surface
Controlled by Roy Beard
Columbia, Adair County, KY  ·  Active
MSHA Mine ID: 1511757

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Fatalities
0
Total incidents
21
Years on record
2000–2026
Latest incident
May 2026
Compliance record
MSHA citations since 2000
141
citations
45
significant & substantial
$35,909
proposed penalties
$35,909
paid to date
Source: MSHA violations data, updated weekly.
Quarterly safety rates
Citations per million employee-hours, as reported to MSHA
Quarter Hours worked Citations S&S Per 1M hrs
2025 Q4 12,692 0 0 0.0
2025 Q3 13,927 0 0 0.0
2024 Q4 645 1 1 1550.4
2024 Q3 668 0 0 0.0
2024 Q1 10,013 0 0 0.0
2023 Q4 11,797 1 0 84.8
2023 Q3 13,313 0 0 0.0
2023 Q1 12,062 0 0 0.0
Quarters under 100,000 reported hours are greyed: too few hours for a stable rate.
No fatalities recorded at this mine.

Reportable incidents

21 on file

2026 · 1 incident

May 22, 2026 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech MACHINERY
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

while changing teeth and cutting edges on 988H loader 23.3804 eq #. a wrong bolt was inserted in one of the holes by mistake and while removing it EE cut EE's left ring finger. first aid was rendered and later in the morning went to Urgent Care where they cleaned the wound and did 4 stitches. no restrictions and returned to work same day

2025 · 2 incidents

August 29, 2025 KY · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Fall onto or against objects

EE had parked EE's service truck at the shop. Was disembarking EE's truck using 3 points of contact. Boot apparently had moisture on it causing EE's foot to slip off last step. EE then lost balance and fell backwards in a sideways position and landed on EE's shoulder. Step is in good condition and clean. EE worked the rest of the day and went to urgent care after work

January 30, 2025 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Fall from ladders

Injured was changing a hose on a Cat 773F from a 6 foot fiberglass ladder. It appears as EE was making EE's descent EE caught EE's pants (rip in pants) on the cover of the quick fuel connector. Causing fall backward, hitting shoulder and head on ground. EE was disoriented but answered basic questions correctly. Back of EE's head was bleeding somewhat, sent to ER to be checked

2023 · 1 incident

June 16, 2023 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Fall from scaffolds, walkways, platforms

EE had started investigating possible deterioration to a metal grate in flooring by VSI crusher. While preparing to make repairs the grate gave way and EE fell to the ground approximately 12 feet below landing in mud softening EE's landing. EE refused medical at the time said they were ok. Talked with EE several times over the weekend, talked EE into getting some xrays

2022 · 1 incident

February 7, 2022 KY · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE exited EE's haul truck at lunch time to share part of EE's lunch with another EE. While walking on the terrain, EE slipped on the partially thawed muddy ground. EE caught self with EE's right palm, which in turn jammed EE's arm into EE's elbow causing it to snap and dislocate.

2021 · 1 incident

May 7, 2021 KY · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Cleaning rock from conveyor at jaw crusher while repairs were being made. Pulled rock by hand at eye level toward them and one hit right front tooth and appears to have cracked the tooth. No pain.

2020 · 2 incidents

October 27, 2020 KY · Metal/Non-Metal welder (non-shop) MACHINERY
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Contact with hot objects or substances

EE was using a cutting torch cutting a piece of steel. Appears that the oxygen line blew out causing severe burns to EE's right arm. ER treated EE for 1st and 2nd degree burns and released EE

September 12, 2020 KY · Metal/Non-Metal master mechanic, foreman, supervisor SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Fall from machine

Slipped or fell from last step of track of Metso LT105 or a step ladder nearby. Assisted from the ground because EE could not support self on the right leg - right knee replacement in January 2020. EE was unsure if knee gave way or made a misstep from of the steps. There was no debris present. EE was worried about the knee implant. Transported to ER.

2016 · 1 incident

December 6, 2016 KY · Metal/Non-Metal crusher attendant/operator, pan feeder operator/worker STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Struck against stationary object

Lost footing on wet platform, slipped and reached for vertical post, hooked arm at bend of elbow. ee stated ee had injury to left arm.

2014 · 1 incident

June 19, 2014 KY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Struck against stationary object

Employee reported to me at 7:27 AM that he stepped on a rock and twisted his right ankle. Refused treatment at that time, because he didn't think he hurt it that bad. On 6/20/2014 at 11:05 AM, he stated that his ankle was still sore and hurt. Advised employee to have x-rays immediately and seek treatment. No witnesses to the accident

2013 · 1 incident

November 14, 2013 KY · Metal/Non-Metal pumper SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE said he thought that maybe his boot was wet and that caused his left foot to slip while mounting his Euclid Water Truck (26.3604), causing pain to his upper left leg. Injury was not reported until 6:45 AM on November 18, 2013 stating that he needed to be off for a few days until he got better. Co. advised EE to have medical treatment.

2011 · 1 incident

October 14, 2011 KY · Metal/Non-Metal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE tripped in door trench in back of shop while exiting the building. His knee swelled immediately. He did not want to go to the doctor at that time, but will leave early to ice and elevate the leg, stating he had surgery some years ago on this knee. If not better over the weekend he said he would seek medical attention.

2010 · 1 incident

August 17, 2010 KY · Metal/Non-Metal haul/off road/coal/ore/pit/quarry/rock/rubber tire truck driver, transportation truck driver HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was dismounting a Mack dump truck at the end of is shift, as he was stepping down, he said his knee popped and could not walk. Steps were clean of debris and in good condition. He said his knee just popped and nothing with the vehicle or the ground condition had anything to do with it. He stated it was the same knee that had been swollen a few weeks ago. Taken to ER, has sprain.

2009 · 2 incidents

December 14, 2009 KY · Metal/Non-Metal welder (shop) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was working on the installation of a vibratory screen, while on a ladder he pulled the aluminum catwalk back in place but was not clear enough to keep from being struck in the head. He was taken to the hospital to be treated and received stitches and was released with no restrictions.

November 30, 2009 KY · Metal/Non-Metal laborer, blacksmith, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, pick-up man, pitman SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Fall onto or against objects

EE was exiting a Volvo A30 to empty a bin when he slipped & fell on truck steps during rainy weather. He hit his elbow against the side of the truck causing bruising and pain to his elbow and shoulder. No other damage to him or the equipment was noted. He informed his supervisor of his injury who arranged for IE to be taken to hospital for treatment.

2007 · 1 incident

June 28, 2007 KY · Metal/Non-Metal rotary bucket excavator operator SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

He slipped when he was climbing down from the excavator. He did not fall however, the impact from missing a step was jolting. *Note..this report was originally filed on 7/10/07, because he was complaining of pain but had not made an appt with a Dr till 7/17/07. He was having knee therapy & we instructed him to see a specialist. We sent him home 8-10-07, MRI 8-13-07;surgery 9-13-07

2006 · 1 incident

February 13, 2006 KY · Metal/Non-Metal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Repairing wiper arm when it trapped his right hand. His hand became bruised with a slight amount of swelling.

2004 · 1 incident

March 1, 2004 KY · Metal/Non-Metal truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

HAUL TRUCK HAD A WATER LEAK. OPERATOR NOTIFIED LOADER OPERATOR OF BREAKDOWN. TRUCK OPERATOR STEPPED INSIDE OF LEFT FRONT WHEEL TO EXAMINE LEAK. OPERATOR OF LOADER MOVED AND STRUCK BACK OF TRUC K CAUSING TRUCK TO MOVE FORWARD ONTO LEFT FOOT OF HAUL TRUCK OPERATOR.

2002 · 1 incident

June 3, 2002 KY · Metal/Non-Metal truck driver SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Fall onto or against objects

OPERATOR WAS STEPPING INTO HAULING UNIT AND LOST HIS FOOTING. HE FELL INTO THE DOOR FRAME STRIKING THE LOWER ABDOMINAL REGION.

2000 · 2 incidents

July 12, 2000 KY · Metal/Non-Metal truck driver POWERED HAULAGE
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

DRIVING STOCKPILE TRUCK, PULLED #3 LEVER BACK, HAND SLIPPED AND THE LEVER STRUCK HIM IN THE GROIN.

February 19, 2000 KY · Metal/Non-Metal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator MACHINERY
Gaddie-Shamrock LLC · Flash burns (welding)

FLASHBURN AND SMALL PIECE OF STEEL IMBEDDED IN LEFT EYE, WAS WEARING SAFETY GLASSES.