Key Takeaway
Caretta #1 Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 68 violations on record (29 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Ambush Mining Inc.
Caretta #1 Mine
Operator: Ambush Mining Inc
Controller: Brandon Nguyen; Michael Turner
Location: Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 68 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2001 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 09/12/2001 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | LowNegligence | $66 |
| 09/12/2001 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 09/12/2001 | 75.517 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 09/12/2001 | 75.310(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 09/05/2001 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 09/05/2001 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 09/05/2001 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 09/05/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/05/2001 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.312(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $55 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.333(e)(1)(ii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $104 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.362(d)(1)(iii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.1714 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.1101-8(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/06/2001 | 75.1100-2(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/26/2001 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $66 |
| 06/26/2001 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 06/20/2001 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/21/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
Inspections
View all 31 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2002 | 05/28/2002 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 04/10/2002 | 05/31/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 01/22/2002 | 01/22/2002 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/07/2002 | 02/04/2002 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 01/07/2002 | 02/04/2002 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 10/29/2001 | 10/29/2001 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/01/2001 | 11/01/2001 | 41.00 | 1 |
| 10/01/2001 | 11/01/2001 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 08/06/2001 | 09/24/2001 | 37.50 | 1 |
| 06/26/2001 | 07/03/2001 | 12.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Caretta #1 Mine have?
Caretta #1 Mine has 68 MSHA violations on record, of which 29 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Caretta #1 Mine?
Caretta #1 Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Caretta #1 Mine?
According to MSHA records, Caretta #1 Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Caretta #1 Mine?
Caretta #1 Mine is operated by Ambush Mining Inc and controlled by Brandon Nguyen; Michael Turner. MSHA Mine ID: 4608399.