Key Takeaway
Middlesboro Tipple is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Middlesboro, Bell County, KY. It has 287 violations on record (105 S&S) and $43K in proposed penalties. Operated by Premium Processing Co., Inc..
Middlesboro Tipple
Operator: Premium Processing Co., Inc.
Controller: Elmer Kincaid Jr
Location: Middlesboro, Bell County, KY
Employees: 5
Recent Violations
View all 287 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/04/2025 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $226 |
| 07/01/2025 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/04/2025 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 11/05/2024 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/12/2023 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/12/2023 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/12/2023 | 48.25(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $547 |
| 12/12/2023 | 77.400(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/14/2023 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/01/2023 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/21/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/13/2022 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/13/2022 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/13/2022 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 12/05/2022 | 77.400(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 08/30/2022 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 08/30/2022 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 08/30/2022 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/08/2022 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 06/08/2022 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 2 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2008 | OTHER | INJURIES INVOLVNG NONEMPLOYEES | None |
| 05/31/2002 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 15d lost |
Inspections
View all 134 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2026 | 01/16/2026 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 12/01/2025 | 12/15/2025 | 57.50 | 4 |
| 06/04/2025 | 07/21/2025 | 100.25 | 8 |
| 11/04/2024 | 11/06/2024 | 16.25 | 1 |
| 11/04/2024 | 11/14/2024 | 48.00 | 3 |
| 09/10/2024 | 09/10/2024 | 30.25 | 3 |
| 06/24/2024 | 06/24/2024 | 20.00 | 3 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 04/17/2024 | 04/26/2024 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 03/20/2024 | 03/20/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Middlesboro Tipple have?
Middlesboro Tipple has 287 MSHA violations on record, of which 105 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $43K.
What type of mine is Middlesboro Tipple?
Middlesboro Tipple is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Middlesboro, Bell County, KY. It currently has 5 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Middlesboro Tipple?
According to MSHA records, Middlesboro Tipple has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Middlesboro Tipple?
Middlesboro Tipple is operated by Premium Processing Co., Inc. and controlled by Elmer Kincaid Jr. MSHA Mine ID: 1511055.