Key Takeaway
Blair Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Jewell Ridge, Tazewell County, VA. It has 45 violations on record (24 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Sea.
Blair Mine
Operator: Sea
Controller: Pittston Company
Location: Jewell Ridge, Tazewell County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 45 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/07/2001 | 75.902 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/07/2001 | 75.900 | S&S | ModNegligence | $66 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.701 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/27/2001 | 77.1109(e)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $66 |
| 06/26/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/26/2001 | 75.1712-6(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/21/2001 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/14/2001 | 75.523-3(b)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $83 |
| 06/14/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/14/2001 | 75.203(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $83 |
| 05/08/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 05/01/2001 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 05/01/2001 | 75.1712-1 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 09/28/2000 | 75.333(c)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $131 |
| 09/28/2000 | 75.333(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $131 |
| 09/28/2000 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $131 |
| 09/27/2000 | 75.1722(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $76 |
| 09/27/2000 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2003 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 03/20/2003 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 03/14/2003 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/03/2000 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 45d lost |
| 07/19/2000 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 27 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2003 | 06/30/2003 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 12/20/2001 | 12/20/2001 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 08/15/2001 | 08/31/2001 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 07/16/2001 | 08/08/2001 | 46.25 | 2 |
| 07/11/2001 | 07/25/2001 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 05/24/2001 | 06/07/2001 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 04/30/2001 | 06/29/2001 | 93.50 | 2 |
| 04/26/2001 | 05/11/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 03/23/2001 | 03/23/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 03/19/2001 | 03/26/2001 | 11.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Blair Mine have?
Blair Mine has 45 MSHA violations on record, of which 24 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.
What type of mine is Blair Mine?
Blair Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Jewell Ridge, Tazewell County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Blair Mine?
According to MSHA records, Blair Mine has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Blair Mine?
Blair Mine is operated by Sea and controlled by Pittston Company. MSHA Mine ID: 4406855.