Key Takeaway
Hignite #4 is a abandoned underground mine producing Coal, located in Middlesboro, Bell County, KY. It has 165 violations on record (107 S&S) and $40K in proposed penalties. Operated by Bell County Coal Corporation.
Hignite #4
Operator: Bell County Coal Corporation
Controller: James River Coal Company
Location: Middlesboro, Bell County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 165 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2002 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.1403-8(c) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.1403-7(e) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.503 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.606 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.342(a)(4) | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.402 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.330(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.503 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.209(e)(2)(ii) | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/28/2002 | 75.503 | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,748 |
| 01/16/2002 | 75.380(d)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 01/16/2002 | 75.1403-6(b)(3) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 01/14/2002 | 75.208 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/14/2002 | 75.1403-10(e) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 01/09/2002 | 75.202 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
| 01/09/2002 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/09/2002 | 50.10 | S&S | ModNegligence | $760 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 22 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 01/28/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 01/11/2002 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/06/2002 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/02/2002 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/02/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/02/2002 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 12/15/2001 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 12/07/2001 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/27/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 66d lost |
Inspections
View all 29 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2002 | 06/11/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 02/11/2002 | 02/13/2002 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 02/04/2002 | 02/04/2002 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 02/04/2002 | 02/04/2002 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 01/23/2002 | 01/31/2002 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 01/16/2002 | 01/16/2002 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 01/09/2002 | 01/10/2002 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 01/02/2002 | 02/27/2002 | 93.00 | 1 |
| 12/20/2001 | 12/20/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 11/21/2001 | 12/06/2001 | 24.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hignite #4 have?
Hignite #4 has 165 MSHA violations on record, of which 107 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $40K.
What type of mine is Hignite #4?
Hignite #4 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Middlesboro, Bell County, KY. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hignite #4?
According to MSHA records, Hignite #4 has 22 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hignite #4?
Hignite #4 is operated by Bell County Coal Corporation and controlled by James River Coal Company. MSHA Mine ID: 1518235.