Key Takeaway
Johnstown No. 1 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Johnstown, Harrison County, WV. It has 432 violations on record (180 S&S) and $141K in proposed penalties. Operated by Difficult Mining Inc.
Johnstown No. 1
Operator: Difficult Mining Inc
Controller: Courtland Helbig
Location: Johnstown, Harrison County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 432 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2002 | 70.207(a) | Non-S&S | Reckless | $3,000 |
| 10/23/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 10/23/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 10/17/2002 | 75.202(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $4,500 |
| 10/17/2002 | 75.333(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 10/17/2002 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $259 |
| 09/30/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 09/16/2002 | 70.207(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,800 |
| 09/10/2002 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
| 09/10/2002 | 75.606 | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
| 09/10/2002 | 75.1107-16(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $55 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.342(a)(4) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $55 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $55 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.1702-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.807 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.1722(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.1107-16(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/09/2002 | 75.1725(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2002 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/24/2001 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 10/23/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/22/2001 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 8d lost, 27d restricted |
| 08/05/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/10/2000 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/19/2000 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/21/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 66d lost |
| 04/11/2000 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 02/07/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 32d lost |
Inspections
View all 50 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2004 | 08/05/2004 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/15/2002 | 12/19/2002 | 43.00 | 3 |
| 09/30/2002 | 09/30/2002 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 07/30/2002 | 09/09/2002 | 40.00 | 1 |
| 07/22/2002 | 09/16/2002 | 140.50 | 3 |
| 07/22/2002 | 08/09/2002 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 07/15/2002 | 07/15/2002 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 04/02/2002 | 06/24/2002 | 114.00 | 2 |
| 01/28/2002 | 01/28/2002 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 01/14/2002 | 02/26/2002 | 33.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Johnstown No. 1 have?
Johnstown No. 1 has 432 MSHA violations on record, of which 180 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $141K.
What type of mine is Johnstown No. 1?
Johnstown No. 1 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Johnstown, Harrison County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Johnstown No. 1?
According to MSHA records, Johnstown No. 1 has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Johnstown No. 1?
Johnstown No. 1 is operated by Difficult Mining Inc and controlled by Courtland Helbig. MSHA Mine ID: 4608185.