Key Takeaway
Bullhorn Mine is a abandoned underground mine producing Coal, located in Big Laurel, Harlan County, KY. It has 93 violations on record (36 S&S) and $11K in proposed penalties. Operated by Bledsoe Coal Corp.
Bullhorn Mine
Operator: Bledsoe Coal Corp
Controller: James River Coal Company
Location: Big Laurel, Harlan County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 93 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2007 | 75.1711-2 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,143 |
| 10/03/2001 | 75.1722 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/02/2001 | 75.312(g)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 07/15/2001 | 75.1715 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 07/15/2001 | 75.202 | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 07/15/2001 | 75.1722 | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 07/15/2001 | 75.1722 | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 06/19/2001 | 75.1100 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 06/19/2001 | 75.1100 | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $55 |
| 06/19/2001 | 75.1403 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 05/20/2001 | 75.220 | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 05/20/2001 | 75.370 | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 03/19/2001 | 75.1403-10(f) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 03/15/2001 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/15/2001 | 75.1403-6(b)(3) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 03/08/2001 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 03/07/2001 | 77.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 03/07/2001 | 77.1109(c)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 03/07/2001 | 77.410(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 03/07/2001 | 77.504 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 14 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 06/29/2001 | POWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/25/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 28d lost |
| 03/03/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
| 02/19/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
| 01/18/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 01/13/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 15d lost |
| 11/27/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 37d lost |
| 11/12/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 23d lost |
| 09/14/2000 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 37d lost |
Inspections
View all 39 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2007 | 02/20/2008 | 49.00 | 4 |
| 04/12/2004 | 04/23/2004 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 10/31/2002 | 10/31/2002 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 07/09/2002 | 07/09/2002 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 07/09/2002 | 07/09/2002 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 04/16/2002 | 04/16/2002 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/04/2002 | 04/04/2002 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/02/2002 | 01/17/2002 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 10/01/2001 | 11/19/2001 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 10/01/2001 | 10/30/2001 | 41.00 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Bullhorn Mine have?
Bullhorn Mine has 93 MSHA violations on record, of which 36 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $11K.
What type of mine is Bullhorn Mine?
Bullhorn Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Big Laurel, Harlan County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Bullhorn Mine?
According to MSHA records, Bullhorn Mine has 14 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Bullhorn Mine?
Bullhorn Mine is operated by Bledsoe Coal Corp and controlled by James River Coal Company. MSHA Mine ID: 1518242.