Key Takeaway
MELLON # 5 MINE is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Ligonier, Westmoreland County, PA. It has 7 violations on record (2 S&S) and $1K in proposed penalties. Operated by Coal Loaders, Inc..
MELLON # 5 MINE
Operator: Coal Loaders, Inc.
Controller: Edward J (Jr.) Ratay
Location: Ligonier, Westmoreland County, PA
Employees: 2
Recent Violations
View all 7 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2026 | 71.206(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 10/05/2022 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 05/18/2021 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 06/02/2020 | 77.1605(l) | S&S | ModNegligence | $254 |
| 02/24/2020 | 47.44(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $123 |
| 02/18/2020 | 77.1605(l) | S&S | ModNegligence | $254 |
| 08/05/2019 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 17 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 | 01/12/2026 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 08/27/2025 | 37.50 | 1 |
| 10/01/2024 | 10/15/2024 | 27.00 | 1 |
| 04/03/2024 | 04/09/2024 | 29.25 | 1 |
| 10/02/2023 | 10/05/2023 | 25.75 | 1 |
| 05/02/2023 | 05/18/2023 | 28.50 | 1 |
| 10/03/2022 | 10/18/2022 | 36.50 | 1 |
| 04/26/2022 | 05/10/2022 | 30.50 | 2 |
| 01/03/2022 | 01/12/2022 | 36.50 | 1 |
| 05/17/2021 | 05/28/2021 | 40.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does MELLON # 5 MINE have?
MELLON # 5 MINE has 7 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $1K.
What type of mine is MELLON # 5 MINE?
MELLON # 5 MINE is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Ligonier, Westmoreland County, PA. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at MELLON # 5 MINE?
According to MSHA records, MELLON # 5 MINE has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates MELLON # 5 MINE?
MELLON # 5 MINE is operated by Coal Loaders, Inc. and controlled by Edward J (Jr.) Ratay. MSHA Mine ID: 3610257.