Key Takeaway
Knob Bottom #1 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Softshell, Knott County, KY. It has 28 violations on record (17 S&S) and $3K in proposed penalties. Operated by Miller Brothers Coal Inc.
Knob Bottom #1
Operator: Miller Brothers Coal Inc
Controller: Robert W Miller; Dean Miller
Location: Softshell, Knott County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 28 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/20/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 07/20/2004 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | LowNegligence | $135 |
| 07/20/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 07/14/2004 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 06/09/2004 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/21/2004 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 01/13/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 01/13/2004 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 07/07/2003 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 07/07/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $164 |
| 07/07/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $164 |
| 10/07/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 10/07/2002 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/07/2002 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/02/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 10/02/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 10/01/2002 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 10/01/2002 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 04/30/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
| 04/30/2002 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $161 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/21/2004 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 267d lost |
| 02/18/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 27d lost |
| 01/15/2004 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 18d lost |
| 07/17/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 07/12/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 12d lost |
Inspections
View all 36 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/14/2005 | 03/31/2005 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/28/2004 | 11/01/2004 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/19/2004 | 10/20/2004 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 05/21/2004 | 06/10/2004 | 37.00 | 4 |
| 05/21/2004 | 08/05/2004 | 44.50 | 4 |
| 05/06/2004 | 08/04/2004 | 104.00 | 2 |
| 12/16/2003 | 01/21/2004 | 48.00 | 1 |
| 12/01/2003 | 12/02/2003 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 12/01/2003 | 12/02/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 12/01/2003 | 12/09/2003 | 6.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Knob Bottom #1 have?
Knob Bottom #1 has 28 MSHA violations on record, of which 17 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $3K.
What type of mine is Knob Bottom #1?
Knob Bottom #1 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Softshell, Knott County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Knob Bottom #1?
According to MSHA records, Knob Bottom #1 has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Knob Bottom #1?
Knob Bottom #1 is operated by Miller Brothers Coal Inc and controlled by Robert W Miller; Dean Miller. MSHA Mine ID: 1518322.