Key Takeaway
Low Splint A Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It has 483 violations on record (122 S&S) and $758K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mill Branch Coal Corporation.
Low Splint A Mine
Operator: Mill Branch Coal Corporation
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Appalachia, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 483 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/14/2012 | 75.310(a)(4) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $138 |
| 07/10/2012 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 06/13/2012 | 77.506 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 06/13/2012 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 06/07/2012 | 75.364(f)(2) | S&S | HighNegligence | $14,743 |
| 06/07/2012 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $25,000 | |
| 05/30/2012 | 75.362(b) | S&S | Reckless | $70,000 |
| 05/29/2012 | 75.1731 | S&S | Reckless | $171,800 |
| 05/23/2012 | 75.312(h) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/22/2012 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 05/22/2012 | 75.380(d)(1) | S&S | Reckless | $174,700 |
| 05/22/2012 | 75.360(b)(4) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $4,810 |
| 05/22/2012 | 75.333(b)(3) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $4,810 |
| 05/22/2012 | 75.364(b)(1) | S&S | HighNegligence | $23,825 |
| 05/22/2012 | 75.364(b)(2) | S&S | HighNegligence | $23,825 |
| 05/22/2012 | 75.333(b)(2) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $4,810 |
| 05/22/2012 | 75.202(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $20,302 |
| 05/22/2012 | 75.360(b)(1) | S&S | HighNegligence | $10,705 |
| 05/01/2012 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/23/2012 | Non-S&S | $0 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 22 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/22/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/01/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 01/16/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 11/18/2011 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 07/09/2011 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 145d lost |
| 08/17/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/03/2010 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/29/2010 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 06/29/2010 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 107 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2012 | 11/06/2012 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/25/2012 | 11/02/2012 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 09/24/2012 | 09/24/2012 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2012 | 09/20/2012 | 281.00 | 8 |
| 05/01/2012 | 06/28/2012 | 260.75 | 16 |
| 04/23/2012 | 04/25/2012 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 04/23/2012 | 04/25/2012 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 03/29/2012 | 03/29/2012 | 5.00 | 2 |
| 03/27/2012 | 03/27/2012 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 01/03/2012 | 03/05/2012 | 204.00 | 4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Low Splint A Mine have?
Low Splint A Mine has 483 MSHA violations on record, of which 122 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $758K.
What type of mine is Low Splint A Mine?
Low Splint A 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 Low Splint A Mine?
According to MSHA records, Low Splint A Mine has 22 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Low Splint A Mine?
Low Splint A Mine is operated by Mill Branch Coal Corporation and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4407189.