Key Takeaway
Caretta #3 Mine is a active underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 471 violations on record (82 S&S) and $102K in proposed penalties. Operated by RS Mining Inc.
Caretta #3 Mine
Operator: RS Mining Inc
Controller: Robert Stinson
Location: Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV
Employees: 6
Recent Violations
View all 471 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/05/2025 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $2,312 |
| 11/04/2025 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $209 |
| 11/04/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/29/2025 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/29/2025 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/29/2025 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 10/27/2025 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,126 |
| 10/20/2025 | 75.1506(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/20/2025 | 75.1600-2(e) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/20/2025 | 75.1107-13(g) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/01/2025 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/01/2025 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/18/2025 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/18/2025 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/18/2025 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 77.502 | S&S | LowNegligence | $193 |
| 03/12/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/12/2025 | 77.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,431 |
| 03/11/2025 | 75.380(d)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $432 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 7 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2024 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/15/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/11/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/22/2020 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 167d lost |
| 05/12/2020 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 13d lost, 43d restricted |
| 05/24/2017 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/14/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 106 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20/2026 | 02/20/2026 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 01/08/2026 | 02/06/2026 | 89.00 | 1 |
| 10/20/2025 | 12/01/2025 | 84.50 | 2 |
| 09/04/2025 | 09/04/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 07/01/2025 | 09/03/2025 | 12.00 | 2 |
| 04/01/2025 | 05/22/2025 | 30.75 | 1 |
| 01/07/2025 | 03/21/2025 | 133.00 | 3 |
| 10/02/2024 | 12/18/2024 | 124.00 | 4 |
| 08/28/2024 | 08/28/2024 | 16.50 | 2 |
| 07/09/2024 | 08/26/2024 | 123.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Caretta #3 Mine have?
Caretta #3 Mine has 471 MSHA violations on record, of which 82 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $102K.
What type of mine is Caretta #3 Mine?
Caretta #3 Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Caretta, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 6 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Caretta #3 Mine?
According to MSHA records, Caretta #3 Mine has 7 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Caretta #3 Mine?
Caretta #3 Mine is operated by RS Mining Inc and controlled by Robert Stinson. MSHA Mine ID: 4609198.