Key Takeaway
Job #3 is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Barton, Allegany County, MD. It has 142 violations on record (57 S&S) and $246K in proposed penalties. Operated by Tri-Star Mining Inc.
Job #3
Operator: Tri-Star Mining Inc
Controller: George R Beener
Location: Barton, Allegany County, MD
Employees: 35
Recent Violations
View all 142 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/19/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 08/12/2025 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/08/2025 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/08/2025 | 77.1607(p) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,126 |
| 07/08/2025 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/25/2025 | 77.205(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/25/2025 | 77.1607(i) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/10/2025 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/03/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 03/03/2025 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $336 |
| 03/03/2025 | 77.1102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/03/2025 | 77.1600(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 09/25/2024 | 71.100(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 09/25/2024 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $492 |
| 07/19/2022 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 07/19/2022 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 07/19/2022 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 07/19/2021 | 77.410(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 02/20/2020 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 21 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 06/24/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 02/11/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 53d lost |
| 01/09/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 93d lost |
| 06/01/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 03/21/2014 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 79d lost |
| 03/29/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 315d lost |
| 02/04/2013 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/27/2011 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 48d lost |
| 06/04/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 105 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/29/2025 | 12/29/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 10/07/2025 | 01/30/2026 | 64.50 | 2 |
| 06/10/2025 | 08/19/2025 | 91.50 | 3 |
| 02/04/2025 | 03/26/2025 | 92.00 | 3 |
| 10/03/2024 | 11/07/2024 | 37.50 | 1 |
| 09/23/2024 | 09/26/2024 | 64.00 | 3 |
| 03/28/2024 | 03/28/2024 | 12.75 | 1 |
| 11/14/2023 | 12/21/2023 | 54.00 | 1 |
| 08/17/2023 | 08/23/2023 | 53.50 | 1 |
| 03/27/2023 | 03/27/2023 | 6.50 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Job #3 have?
Job #3 has 142 MSHA violations on record, of which 57 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $246K.
What type of mine is Job #3?
Job #3 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Barton, Allegany County, MD. It currently has 35 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Job #3?
According to MSHA records, Job #3 has 21 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Job #3?
Job #3 is operated by Tri-Star Mining Inc and controlled by George R Beener. MSHA Mine ID: 1800713.