Key Takeaway
Birchfield No5 Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Wise, Wise County, VA. It has 3 violations on record (0 S&S) and $183 in proposed penalties. Operated by Paramont Coal Corp.
Birchfield No5 Surface Mine
Operator: Paramont Coal Corp
Controller: Pittston Company
Location: Wise, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 3 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2001 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $73 |
| 05/03/2001 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/02/2000 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Inspections
View all 9 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/07/2001 | 06/12/2001 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 05/01/2001 | 05/24/2001 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 04/12/2001 | 05/16/2001 | 41.00 | 1 |
| 03/14/2001 | 03/22/2001 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 03/14/2001 | 03/22/2001 | 5.25 | 1 |
| 02/10/2001 | 03/22/2001 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 08/02/2000 | 08/21/2000 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 08/02/2000 | 09/08/2000 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 06/22/2000 | 09/10/2000 | 46.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Birchfield No5 Surface Mine have?
Birchfield No5 Surface Mine has 3 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $183.
What type of mine is Birchfield No5 Surface Mine?
Birchfield No5 Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Wise, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Birchfield No5 Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Birchfield No5 Surface Mine has 0 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Birchfield No5 Surface Mine?
Birchfield No5 Surface Mine is operated by Paramont Coal Corp and controlled by Pittston Company. MSHA Mine ID: 4406986.