Key Takeaway
#5 Punch Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Sassafras, Knott County, KY. It has 201 violations on record (49 S&S) and $27K in proposed penalties. Operated by Gemco Energies Inc.
#5 Punch Mine
Operator: Gemco Energies Inc
Controller: Jimmy W Tackett
Location: Sassafras, Knott County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 201 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/2001 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 09/05/2001 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/05/2001 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/04/2001 | 75.333(d)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/04/2001 | 75.204(c)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $399 |
| 09/04/2001 | 75.1103-4(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/29/2001 | 75.1403-10(i) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 08/29/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $340 |
| 08/23/2001 | 75.1715 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $184 |
| 08/23/2001 | 77.701 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $340 |
| 08/23/2001 | 75.1714-2(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $399 |
| 08/23/2001 | 75.1100-2(e)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $340 |
| 08/23/2001 | 75.1100-2(e)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $340 |
| 08/23/2001 | 75.701 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $340 |
| 08/23/2001 | 75.515 | S&S | ModNegligence | $557 |
| 08/01/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $259 |
| 08/01/2001 | 75.1107 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $294 |
| 08/01/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $399 |
| 08/01/2001 | 75.1725(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $340 |
| 08/01/2001 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $557 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 20 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/14/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 17d lost |
| 09/11/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/23/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/18/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 06/28/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 06/05/2001 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 5d restricted |
| 05/25/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 33d lost |
| 05/11/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/30/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 04/27/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 42 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/15/2002 | 01/15/2002 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 12/12/2001 | 12/12/2001 | 1.00 | 1 |
| 10/04/2001 | 10/04/2001 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 09/12/2001 | 09/17/2001 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 08/24/2001 | 08/24/2001 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 07/23/2001 | 07/23/2001 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 07/02/2001 | 09/07/2001 | 118.50 | 3 |
| 06/27/2001 | 07/02/2001 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2001 | 08/29/2001 | 40.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2001 | 07/02/2001 | 3.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does #5 Punch Mine have?
#5 Punch Mine has 201 MSHA violations on record, of which 49 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $27K.
What type of mine is #5 Punch Mine?
#5 Punch Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Sassafras, Knott County, KY. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at #5 Punch Mine?
According to MSHA records, #5 Punch Mine has 20 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates #5 Punch Mine?
#5 Punch Mine is operated by Gemco Energies Inc and controlled by Jimmy W Tackett. MSHA Mine ID: 1517990.