Key Takeaway
Copeland Mine is a abandoned underground mine producing Coal, located in Chappell, Bell County, KY. It has 202 violations on record (89 S&S) and $37K in proposed penalties. Operated by Straight Creek Coal Resources Co.
Copeland Mine
Operator: Straight Creek Coal Resources Co
Controller: Horizon Natural Resources Incorporated
Location: Chappell, Bell County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 202 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/13/2002 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 05/13/2002 | 75.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 05/13/2002 | 75.800-2 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 05/13/2002 | 77.506 | S&S | ModNegligence | $104 |
| 03/04/2002 | 75.312 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/04/2002 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/04/2002 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/09/2002 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 01/09/2002 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $104 |
| 01/09/2002 | 75.362(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/02/2002 | 75.364(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 01/02/2002 | 75.342(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/02/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 12/27/2001 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 12/27/2001 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 12/27/2001 | 75.1106-5(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 12/27/2001 | 75.602 | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 12/27/2001 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 12/27/2001 | 75.604(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $97 |
| 12/27/2001 | 75.1714-3(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/02/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 227d lost |
| 07/09/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 07/09/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 33d restricted |
| 12/12/2000 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 42d lost |
| 11/27/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 40d lost |
| 05/12/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/14/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 51d lost |
| 04/12/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 65d lost |
| 02/02/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/12/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 58 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/14/2002 | 11/15/2002 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 08/12/2002 | 08/19/2002 | 22.00 | 1 |
| 07/30/2002 | 07/30/2002 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 07/30/2002 | 09/05/2002 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 06/20/2002 | 06/24/2002 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 05/15/2002 | 05/15/2002 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 05/13/2002 | 05/30/2002 | 24.00 | 1 |
| 02/06/2002 | 02/06/2002 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 01/09/2002 | 03/12/2002 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 01/02/2002 | 03/23/2002 | 59.00 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Copeland Mine have?
Copeland Mine has 202 MSHA violations on record, of which 89 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $37K.
What type of mine is Copeland Mine?
Copeland Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Chappell, Bell County, KY. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Copeland Mine?
According to MSHA records, Copeland Mine has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Copeland Mine?
Copeland Mine is operated by Straight Creek Coal Resources Co and controlled by Horizon Natural Resources Incorporated. MSHA Mine ID: 1517437.