Key Takeaway
Bear Branch Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Hazard, Perry County, KY. It has 90 violations on record (32 S&S) and $33K in proposed penalties. Operated by Locust Grove, Inc..
Bear Branch Mine
Operator: Locust Grove, Inc.
Controller: Edward L Clemons Estate
Location: Hazard, Perry County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 90 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/27/2014 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 08/27/2014 | 77.1001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,536 |
| 08/22/2014 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $2,282 |
| 08/22/2014 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 08/22/2014 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $585 |
| 08/22/2014 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 03/19/2014 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/19/2014 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 03/10/2014 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 03/10/2014 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 01/07/2014 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $946 |
| 09/03/2013 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/03/2013 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 09/03/2013 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,944 |
| 09/03/2013 | 77.1605(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $585 |
| 08/28/2013 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/28/2013 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $224 |
| 08/28/2013 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 08/28/2013 | 77.1710(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 03/21/2013 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2013 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 07/27/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 68d lost |
| 12/06/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 06/14/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 01/25/2012 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 08/12/2011 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 50d lost |
| 01/06/2011 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 58d lost |
| 12/09/2010 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 24 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/13/2015 | 01/13/2015 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/18/2014 | 09/23/2014 | 48.00 | 3 |
| 05/01/2014 | 05/01/2014 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 05/01/2014 | 05/01/2014 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 04/10/2014 | 04/10/2014 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 03/10/2014 | 03/27/2014 | 44.00 | 4 |
| 03/10/2014 | 03/24/2014 | 13.00 | 2 |
| 01/07/2014 | 01/09/2014 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 10/03/2013 | 10/17/2013 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 08/27/2013 | 09/10/2013 | 47.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bear Branch Mine have?
Bear Branch Mine has 90 MSHA violations on record, of which 32 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $33K.
What type of mine is Bear Branch Mine?
Bear Branch Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Hazard, Perry County, KY. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bear Branch Mine?
According to MSHA records, Bear Branch Mine has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bear Branch Mine?
Bear Branch Mine is operated by Locust Grove, Inc. and controlled by Edward L Clemons Estate. MSHA Mine ID: 1519542.