Key Takeaway
Jims Branch No 2 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in New Richmond, Wyoming County, WV. It has 634 violations on record (208 S&S) and $288K in proposed penalties. Operated by Chief Mining Inc.
Jims Branch No 2
Operator: Chief Mining Inc
Controller: Kenneth R Calloway
Location: New Richmond, Wyoming County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 634 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2012 | 77.701 | Non-S&S | NoNegligence | $100 |
| 03/22/2012 | 75.333(d)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/19/2012 | 75.360(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/19/2012 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/20/2011 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 12/20/2011 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 12/20/2011 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 12/20/2011 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/20/2011 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.1714-3(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 12/19/2011 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 12/19/2011 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.1714-4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.1714-4(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.1714-3(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.1101-1(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $392 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.1731(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.400 | S&S | HighNegligence | $25,800 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 18 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/11/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 30d lost |
| 01/29/2010 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 20d lost |
| 10/02/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 44d lost |
| 05/04/2007 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 11d lost |
| 04/20/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/04/2006 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 86d lost, 36d restricted |
| 07/11/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 39d lost |
| 12/31/2004 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 50d lost |
| 10/30/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 04/01/2003 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 122 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2012 | 03/27/2012 | 19.50 | 1 |
| 01/24/2012 | 01/24/2012 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 12/13/2011 | 12/28/2011 | 73.75 | 2 |
| 09/20/2011 | 09/20/2011 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 08/03/2011 | 09/12/2011 | 104.25 | 3 |
| 07/19/2011 | 08/23/2011 | 11.00 | 2 |
| 06/15/2011 | 06/29/2011 | 77.75 | 1 |
| 05/25/2011 | 05/25/2011 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 04/12/2011 | 04/29/2011 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 03/11/2011 | 03/31/2011 | 111.50 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Jims Branch No 2 have?
Jims Branch No 2 has 634 MSHA violations on record, of which 208 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $288K.
What type of mine is Jims Branch No 2?
Jims Branch No 2 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in New Richmond, Wyoming County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Jims Branch No 2?
According to MSHA records, Jims Branch No 2 has 18 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Jims Branch No 2?
Jims Branch No 2 is operated by Chief Mining Inc and controlled by Kenneth R Calloway. MSHA Mine ID: 4608577.