Key Takeaway
Hernshaw 14A Mine is a abandoned underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It has 257 violations on record (97 S&S) and $32K in proposed penalties. Operated by Eastern Associated Coal LLC.
Hernshaw 14A Mine
Operator: Eastern Associated Coal LLC
Controller: Patriot Coal Corporation
Location: Wharton, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 257 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/17/2007 | 75.1403-6(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 09/14/2007 | 75.1715 | S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 09/14/2007 | 75.333(d)(3) | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 09/14/2007 | 75.360(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 09/14/2007 | 77.516 | S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 06/14/2007 | 75.1107-16(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/14/2007 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 03/08/2007 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $254 |
| 03/08/2007 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 09/11/2006 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/14/2006 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/13/2006 | 75.1403-5(g) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 06/13/2006 | 75.1403-5(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $247 |
| 06/12/2006 | 75.1722(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $247 |
| 06/12/2006 | 75.1101-8(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $247 |
| 06/12/2006 | 75.1722(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $247 |
| 06/12/2006 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 06/12/2006 | 75.1722(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $247 |
| 06/12/2006 | 75.1103-4(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $247 |
| 06/07/2006 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/21/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 124d lost |
| 09/09/2005 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 195d lost |
| 08/10/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
| 11/08/2004 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 149d lost |
| 10/19/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
Inspections
View all 43 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2007 | 09/18/2007 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 06/14/2007 | 06/14/2007 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 03/06/2007 | 03/29/2007 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 12/21/2006 | 12/21/2006 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 09/11/2006 | 09/28/2006 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 01/05/2006 | 06/21/2006 | 145.00 | 2 |
| 12/22/2005 | 01/05/2006 | 18.00 | 2 |
| 11/28/2005 | 12/28/2005 | 84.00 | 3 |
| 09/07/2005 | 10/24/2005 | 37.50 | 2 |
| 07/06/2005 | 08/10/2005 | 98.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hernshaw 14A Mine have?
Hernshaw 14A Mine has 257 MSHA violations on record, of which 97 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $32K.
What type of mine is Hernshaw 14A Mine?
Hernshaw 14A Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Wharton, Boone County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hernshaw 14A Mine?
According to MSHA records, Hernshaw 14A Mine has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hernshaw 14A Mine?
Hernshaw 14A Mine is operated by Eastern Associated Coal LLC and controlled by Patriot Coal Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 4608945.