Key Takeaway
Fork Ridge Strip is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It has 16 violations on record (8 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by A & G Coal Corp.
Fork Ridge Strip
Operator: A & G Coal Corp
Controller: James C Justice III
Location: Appalachia, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 16 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2003 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 04/25/2003 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $72 |
| 04/25/2003 | 77.1103(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/10/2003 | 77.410 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/20/2002 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/20/2001 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/15/2001 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/28/2001 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/14/2001 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $104 |
| 03/05/2001 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 03/05/2001 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 02/24/2001 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 02/23/2001 | 77.1605(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 05/03/2000 | 77.1605(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $104 |
| 04/20/2000 | 77.1103(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $104 |
| 04/20/2000 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2003 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
| 11/30/2002 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 10/31/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 164d lost |
| 10/17/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 60d lost |
| 06/04/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 23d lost |
| 05/14/2002 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 03/05/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 331d lost |
| 11/07/2001 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 07/25/2001 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 07/06/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
Inspections
View all 24 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/11/2003 | 12/16/2003 | 15.50 | 2 |
| 10/08/2003 | 11/19/2003 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 07/01/2003 | 07/15/2003 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 05/02/2003 | 05/21/2003 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 04/25/2003 | 05/21/2003 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 04/23/2003 | 06/12/2003 | 33.50 | 2 |
| 03/10/2003 | 03/31/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 09/18/2002 | 10/10/2002 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 09/18/2002 | 09/30/2002 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 03/20/2002 | 03/26/2002 | 3.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Fork Ridge Strip have?
Fork Ridge Strip has 16 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is Fork Ridge Strip?
Fork Ridge Strip is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Fork Ridge Strip?
According to MSHA records, Fork Ridge Strip has 11 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Fork Ridge Strip?
Fork Ridge Strip is operated by A & G Coal Corp and controlled by James C Justice III. MSHA Mine ID: 4406972.