Key Takeaway
Eckley Operation is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Freeland, Luzerne County, PA. It has 11 violations on record (0 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Blaschak Anthracite Corp..
Eckley Operation
Operator: Blaschak Anthracite Corp.
Controller: Blaschak Holding Corp
Location: Freeland, Luzerne County, PA
Employees: 23
Recent Violations
View all 11 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/17/2025 | 77.1607(n) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/19/2025 | 77.1600(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 08/21/2024 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/12/2024 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/28/2023 | 50.12 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 06/20/2023 | 50.10(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $7,133 |
| 06/13/2023 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 06/13/2023 | 45.3 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 01/23/2018 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 10/19/2016 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 10/17/2016 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/25/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/20/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/17/2024 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 89d lost, 2d restricted |
| 10/07/2024 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 78d lost, 65d restricted |
| 06/12/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
Inspections
View all 20 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 10/29/2025 | 11/17/2025 | 41.50 | 1 |
| 05/29/2025 | 07/17/2025 | 37.25 | 1 |
| 03/18/2025 | 03/27/2025 | 46.25 | 2 |
| 08/08/2024 | 09/09/2024 | 41.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2024 | 08/28/2024 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 03/12/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 49.50 | 1 |
| 06/28/2023 | 07/10/2023 | 37.00 | 2 |
| 06/13/2023 | 07/14/2023 | 14.50 | 2 |
| 06/12/2023 | 07/14/2023 | 51.50 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Eckley Operation have?
Eckley Operation has 11 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Eckley Operation?
Eckley Operation is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Freeland, Luzerne County, PA. It currently has 23 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Eckley Operation?
According to MSHA records, Eckley Operation has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Eckley Operation?
Eckley Operation is operated by Blaschak Anthracite Corp. and controlled by Blaschak Holding Corp. MSHA Mine ID: 3610138.