Key Takeaway
Black Mesa Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Kayenta, Navajo County, AZ. It has 333 violations on record (112 S&S) and $120K in proposed penalties. Operated by Peabody Western Coal Company.
Black Mesa Mine
Operator: Peabody Western Coal Company
Controller: Peabody Energy Corporation
Location: Kayenta, Navajo County, AZ
Recent Violations
View all 333 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/31/2007 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/31/2007 | 77.202 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/31/2007 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $400 |
| 01/10/2007 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/10/2007 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/22/2006 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 02/23/2006 | 77.1713(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 12/20/2005 | 48.7(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/31/2005 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/31/2005 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/31/2005 | 77.1713(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/29/2005 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/29/2005 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/23/2005 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/14/2005 | 77.1710(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,515 |
| 08/14/2005 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $524 |
| 08/14/2005 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/14/2005 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | LowNegligence | $305 |
| 08/14/2005 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 08/12/2005 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $524 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 43 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/07/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/30/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 02/27/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 11d restricted |
| 11/28/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 35d lost |
| 11/21/2005 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | 27d lost |
| 09/25/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 10/15/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/22/2004 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/09/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 15d lost |
| 04/18/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 84 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2007 | 04/06/2007 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 02/12/2007 | 02/21/2007 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 01/08/2007 | 02/08/2007 | 39.00 | 1 |
| 05/30/2006 | 06/06/2006 | 20.50 | 2 |
| 05/08/2006 | 05/12/2006 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 03/22/2006 | 03/24/2006 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 03/21/2006 | 03/24/2006 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 02/22/2006 | 02/24/2006 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/19/2005 | 12/29/2005 | 43.50 | 2 |
| 12/19/2005 | 12/29/2005 | 21.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Black Mesa Mine have?
Black Mesa Mine has 333 MSHA violations on record, of which 112 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $120K.
What type of mine is Black Mesa Mine?
Black Mesa Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Kayenta, Navajo County, AZ. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Black Mesa Mine?
According to MSHA records, Black Mesa Mine has 43 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Black Mesa Mine?
Black Mesa Mine is operated by Peabody Western Coal Company and controlled by Peabody Energy Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 0200533.