Key Takeaway
Candice 2 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It has 886 violations on record (381 S&S) and $340K in proposed penalties. Operated by Long Branch Energy.
Candice 2
Operator: Long Branch Energy
Controller: Long Branch Energy Corporation
Location: Wharton, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 886 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2012 | 77.208(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 04/22/2009 | 50.20(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/11/2009 | 75.604(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/11/2009 | 75.1107-9(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/11/2009 | 75.605 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/11/2009 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/10/2009 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/10/2009 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/04/2009 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/04/2009 | 75.333(c)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/29/2008 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 10/23/2008 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/23/2008 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 10/23/2008 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $372 |
| 10/23/2008 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $334 |
| 10/23/2008 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 10/23/2008 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $334 |
| 10/16/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/16/2008 | 75.808 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 10/16/2008 | 75.1722(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 163 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/27/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 31d lost |
| 12/30/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 54d lost |
| 12/05/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 07/31/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 59d lost |
| 07/07/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 84d lost |
| 05/05/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 05/02/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/10/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/08/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/28/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 123 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/03/2012 | 12/04/2012 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 09/11/2012 | 09/12/2012 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 06/05/2012 | 06/05/2012 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 03/01/2012 | 03/02/2012 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 11/28/2011 | 11/29/2011 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 09/08/2011 | 09/26/2011 | 14.50 | 2 |
| 04/07/2011 | 04/07/2011 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 02/02/2011 | 02/03/2011 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/13/2010 | 12/13/2010 | 11.50 | 2 |
| 07/14/2010 | 07/15/2010 | 24.50 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Candice 2 have?
Candice 2 has 886 MSHA violations on record, of which 381 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $340K.
What type of mine is Candice 2?
Candice 2 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Candice 2?
According to MSHA records, Candice 2 has 163 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Candice 2?
Candice 2 is operated by Long Branch Energy and controlled by Long Branch Energy Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 4608429.