Key Takeaway
Looney Creek Marker Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It has 213 violations on record (69 S&S) and $117K in proposed penalties. Operated by Guest Mountain Mining Corporation.
Looney Creek Marker Mine
Operator: Guest Mountain Mining Corporation
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Appalachia, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 213 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2012 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/11/2012 | 75.606 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $745 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.333(d)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 12/19/2011 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,412 |
| 12/15/2011 | 75.333(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 12/15/2011 | 75.1714-3(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 12/15/2011 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $745 |
| 12/15/2011 | 75.364(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 12/14/2011 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 12/14/2011 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,530 |
| 12/14/2011 | 75.360(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/13/2011 | 75.508-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/13/2011 | 75.1103-8(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 12/13/2011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 | |
| 12/13/2011 | 75.1714-3(e) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $1,944 |
| 12/13/2011 | 75.511 | S&S | ModNegligence | $5,503 |
| 12/13/2011 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,678 |
| 12/12/2011 | 75.333(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $745 |
| 12/12/2011 | 75.1103-4(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 12/09/2011 | 75.512 | S&S | ModNegligence | $807 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/06/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/14/2011 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 09/01/2011 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/03/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/16/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 5d restricted |
| 04/30/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 01/25/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 23d lost |
| 01/20/2010 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 36d restricted |
| 01/15/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 12d restricted |
Inspections
View all 47 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/20/2012 | 09/21/2012 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 06/26/2012 | 06/26/2012 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 01/09/2012 | 01/09/2012 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 01/03/2012 | 02/01/2012 | 27.50 | 3 |
| 12/27/2011 | 12/27/2011 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 11/14/2011 | 12/20/2011 | 192.25 | 5 |
| 09/22/2011 | 09/27/2011 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/05/2011 | 09/27/2011 | 254.75 | 6 |
| 06/15/2011 | 06/15/2011 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 05/23/2011 | 06/16/2011 | 122.00 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Looney Creek Marker Mine have?
Looney Creek Marker Mine has 213 MSHA violations on record, of which 69 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $117K.
What type of mine is Looney Creek Marker Mine?
Looney Creek Marker Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Looney Creek Marker Mine?
According to MSHA records, Looney Creek Marker Mine has 9 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Looney Creek Marker Mine?
Looney Creek Marker Mine is operated by Guest Mountain Mining Corporation and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4407251.