Key Takeaway
Hiope #8 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Amonate, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 55 violations on record (28 S&S) and $19K in proposed penalties. Operated by Hiope Mining Inc.
Hiope #8
Operator: Hiope Mining Inc
Controller: Ronald Combs
Location: Amonate, Mcdowell County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 55 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2002 | 75.1204 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $55 |
| 04/23/2001 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
| 04/23/2001 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/23/2001 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $173 |
| 04/23/2001 | 75.1712-3(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/12/2001 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $161 |
| 03/12/2001 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $161 |
| 03/07/2001 | 75.360(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 03/05/2001 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
| 03/05/2001 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/05/2001 | 75.1722(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
| 03/05/2001 | 75.1722(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
| 03/05/2001 | 75.400 | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,800 |
| 03/05/2001 | 75.360(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,500 |
| 03/05/2001 | 77.205 | S&S | ModNegligence | $173 |
| 03/05/2001 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $196 |
| 02/01/2001 | 75.360(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,531 |
| 02/01/2001 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $475 |
| 01/12/2001 | 75.1722(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
| 01/12/2001 | 75.1722(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/16/2000 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 17d lost |
| 06/05/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/30/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 05/11/2000 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 28d lost |
| 01/20/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 133d lost |
Inspections
View all 38 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2002 | 09/05/2002 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 01/08/2002 | 01/09/2002 | 6.25 | 1 |
| 12/07/2001 | 12/07/2001 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 11/07/2001 | 11/08/2001 | 15.00 | 2 |
| 09/11/2001 | 09/19/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 07/23/2001 | 07/23/2001 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 06/25/2001 | 06/28/2001 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 06/08/2001 | 06/11/2001 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 06/04/2001 | 06/08/2001 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 05/16/2001 | 05/30/2001 | 3.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hiope #8 have?
Hiope #8 has 55 MSHA violations on record, of which 28 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $19K.
What type of mine is Hiope #8?
Hiope #8 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Amonate, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hiope #8?
According to MSHA records, Hiope #8 has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hiope #8?
Hiope #8 is operated by Hiope Mining Inc and controlled by Ronald Combs. MSHA Mine ID: 4608707.