Key Takeaway
K-3 Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Inez, Martin County, KY. It has 89 violations on record (57 S&S) and $135K in proposed penalties. Operated by Appalachian Fuels, LLC.
K-3 Surface Mine
Operator: Appalachian Fuels, LLC
Controller: Energy Coal Resources Inc
Location: Inez, Martin County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 89 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2004 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/18/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $305 |
| 03/18/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $305 |
| 03/18/2004 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/18/2004 | 77.1110 | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 03/18/2004 | 77.1110 | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 03/18/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 03/18/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 03/11/2004 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 03/11/2004 | 77.1109(c)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 09/16/2003 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/16/2003 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $83 |
| 09/16/2003 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/16/2003 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $83 |
| 09/15/2003 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/15/2003 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/15/2003 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/11/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/11/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/11/2003 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 6 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2004 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 04/14/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 03/04/2003 | NO VALUE FOUND | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 335d lost |
| 01/28/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 12/28/2002 | MACHINERY | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 09/25/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
Inspections
View all 18 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2004 | 06/06/2004 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 02/05/2004 | 03/31/2004 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 11/09/2003 | 11/12/2003 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 09/16/2003 | 09/18/2003 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 09/15/2003 | 09/18/2003 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 08/04/2003 | 09/22/2003 | 41.50 | 1 |
| 04/14/2003 | 04/14/2003 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 03/11/2003 | 03/27/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 03/03/2003 | 03/28/2003 | 41.50 | 1 |
| 01/22/2003 | 02/03/2003 | 21.50 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does K-3 Surface Mine have?
K-3 Surface Mine has 89 MSHA violations on record, of which 57 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $135K.
What type of mine is K-3 Surface Mine?
K-3 Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Inez, Martin County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at K-3 Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, K-3 Surface Mine has 6 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates K-3 Surface Mine?
K-3 Surface Mine is operated by Appalachian Fuels, LLC and controlled by Energy Coal Resources Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1517718.