Key Takeaway
Jap Creek Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Goodsprings, Walker County, AL. It has 167 violations on record (45 S&S) and $198K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mays Mining, Inc..
Jap Creek Mine
Operator: Mays Mining, Inc.
Controller: Rodney Mays
Location: Goodsprings, Walker County, AL
Recent Violations
View all 167 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2020 | 71.206(h)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $523 |
| 04/15/2020 | 71.206(h)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/14/2020 | 72.620 | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,464 |
| 04/14/2020 | 77.1606(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,464 |
| 04/14/2020 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $123 |
| 04/02/2020 | 71.101(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $234 |
| 04/01/2020 | 77.1109(c)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 04/01/2020 | 77.1102 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 01/15/2020 | 71.206(g) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,194 |
| 08/14/2019 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 08/14/2019 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 08/14/2019 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 08/14/2019 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 08/14/2019 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/17/2018 | 71.209(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 10/10/2018 | 77.1713(c) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $118 |
| 08/15/2018 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 08/15/2018 | 77.1103(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 08/15/2018 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 08/15/2018 | 48.26 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $132 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 30 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 05/11/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 20d lost |
| 01/21/2013 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 03/15/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 18d lost |
| 10/17/2010 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 01/07/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 06/23/2009 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 59d lost |
| 07/31/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 04/10/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 240d lost |
| 02/29/2008 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
Inspections
View all 132 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2021 | 03/01/2021 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 04/14/2020 | 06/10/2020 | 86.50 | 2 |
| 04/01/2020 | 04/13/2020 | 25.50 | 1 |
| 12/02/2019 | 12/16/2019 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 10/07/2019 | 10/07/2019 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 09/17/2019 | 11/05/2019 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 07/29/2019 | 09/18/2019 | 25.00 | 2 |
| 10/17/2018 | 10/18/2018 | 8.00 | 2 |
| 10/11/2018 | 02/12/2019 | 26.00 | 2 |
| 05/22/2018 | 08/29/2018 | 47.75 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Jap Creek Mine have?
Jap Creek Mine has 167 MSHA violations on record, of which 45 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $198K.
What type of mine is Jap Creek Mine?
Jap Creek Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Goodsprings, Walker County, AL. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Jap Creek Mine?
According to MSHA records, Jap Creek Mine has 30 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Jap Creek Mine?
Jap Creek Mine is operated by Mays Mining, Inc. and controlled by Rodney Mays. MSHA Mine ID: 0102996.