Key Takeaway
Combs Branch Job is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Chavies, Perry County, KY. It has 637 violations on record (221 S&S) and $318K in proposed penalties. Operated by Pine Branch Mining LLC.
Combs Branch Job
Operator: Pine Branch Mining LLC
Controller: Sev.en Global Investments a.s.
Location: Chavies, Perry County, KY
Employees: 11
Recent Violations
View all 637 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/08/2026 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/08/2026 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/08/2026 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/15/2025 | 71.501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/28/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $504 |
| 10/22/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 10/22/2025 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/24/2025 | 77.1007(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $3,448 |
| 06/06/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 05/13/2025 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/19/2024 | 77.1302(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $6,037 |
| 12/19/2024 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $6,037 |
| 12/17/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 12/17/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/17/2024 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $398 |
| 04/17/2024 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/16/2024 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/16/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 65 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/20/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 92d lost |
| 02/24/2015 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 02/06/2015 | MACHINERY | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 08/01/2014 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 215d lost |
| 07/09/2014 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/06/2014 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 01/31/2014 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 34d lost |
| 12/05/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 65d lost |
| 09/07/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/13/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 163 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/01/2025 | 01/20/2026 | 153.75 | 5 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 05/12/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 161.00 | 3 |
| 12/17/2024 | 02/11/2025 | 110.25 | 3 |
| 09/18/2024 | 09/25/2024 | 48.50 | 3 |
| 08/26/2024 | 08/29/2024 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 05/21/2024 | 05/23/2024 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 05/02/2024 | 128.00 | 2 |
| 10/03/2023 | 03/06/2024 | 212.50 | 6 |
| 09/28/2023 | 10/02/2023 | 10.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Combs Branch Job have?
Combs Branch Job has 637 MSHA violations on record, of which 221 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $318K.
What type of mine is Combs Branch Job?
Combs Branch Job is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Chavies, Perry County, KY. It currently has 11 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Combs Branch Job?
According to MSHA records, Combs Branch Job has 65 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Combs Branch Job?
Combs Branch Job is operated by Pine Branch Mining LLC and controlled by Sev.en Global Investments a.s.. MSHA Mine ID: 1516883.