Key Takeaway
Hiram Fork is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Wolford, Buchanan County, VA. It has 829 violations on record (262 S&S) and $333K in proposed penalties. Operated by Banner Blue Coal Company.
Hiram Fork
Operator: Banner Blue Coal Company
Controller: Metinvest B V
Location: Wolford, Buchanan County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 829 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2018 | 70.208(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $191 |
| 07/17/2018 | 70.209(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $191 |
| 07/17/2018 | 70.209(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $191 |
| 06/04/2018 | 75.333(h) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 06/04/2018 | 75.321(a)(2) | S&S | LowNegligence | $128 |
| 05/17/2018 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 04/30/2018 | 75.1702 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 04/30/2018 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 04/30/2018 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 04/30/2018 | 75.342(a)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 04/23/2018 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/23/2018 | 75.1106-3(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/23/2018 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 04/23/2018 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/17/2018 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/04/2018 | 75.603 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/04/2018 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/04/2018 | 75.601-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 04/04/2018 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 03/20/2018 | 75.1732(a)(3) | S&S | ModNegligence | $638 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/23/2014 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 04/18/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 02/16/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 02/11/2002 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 56d lost |
| 02/05/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 07/14/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 24d lost |
| 06/14/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 42d lost |
| 05/04/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 03/24/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 33d lost |
Inspections
View all 142 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/02/2018 | 07/26/2018 | 29.00 | 2 |
| 06/25/2018 | 06/28/2018 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 04/02/2018 | 06/20/2018 | 213.25 | 7 |
| 03/26/2018 | 03/26/2018 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 01/08/2018 | 03/22/2018 | 187.75 | 4 |
| 11/22/2017 | 12/08/2017 | 18.75 | 2 |
| 10/02/2017 | 12/11/2017 | 202.75 | 6 |
| 07/12/2017 | 08/23/2017 | 14.50 | 1 |
| 07/05/2017 | 09/14/2017 | 198.50 | 2 |
| 04/03/2017 | 06/23/2017 | 242.00 | 6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Hiram Fork have?
Hiram Fork has 829 MSHA violations on record, of which 262 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $333K.
What type of mine is Hiram Fork?
Hiram Fork is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Wolford, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Hiram Fork?
According to MSHA records, Hiram Fork has 9 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Hiram Fork?
Hiram Fork is operated by Banner Blue Coal Company and controlled by Metinvest B V. MSHA Mine ID: 4406920.