Key Takeaway
Miles Branch Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in BISHOP, Tazewell County, VA. It has 521 violations on record (205 S&S) and $169K in proposed penalties. Operated by Consolidation Coal Company.
Miles Branch Mine
Operator: Consolidation Coal Company
Controller: Robert E Murray
Location: BISHOP, Tazewell County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 521 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2009 | 77.1710(g) | S&S | LowNegligence | $3,689 |
| 08/13/2009 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,689 |
| 08/13/2009 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 11/06/2008 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 11/06/2008 | 75.364 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $117 |
| 10/31/2008 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/31/2008 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $807 |
| 10/31/2008 | 75.360(b)(3) | S&S | LowNegligence | $585 |
| 10/31/2008 | 75.517 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.503 | S&S | LowNegligence | $1,203 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $807 |
| 09/04/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $285 |
| 08/26/2008 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $585 |
| 08/20/2008 | 75.807 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 08/20/2008 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 08/20/2008 | 75.1702 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $207 |
| 08/20/2008 | 75.340(a)(1)(i) | S&S | LowNegligence | $687 |
| 08/20/2008 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $263 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 57 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/05/2014 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/13/2009 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 224d lost |
| 10/10/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 09/25/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/14/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/11/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 82d lost |
| 05/09/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 01/04/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 172d lost |
| 11/06/2007 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/29/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 115d lost, 40d restricted |
Inspections
View all 298 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/09/2011 | 03/09/2011 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 02/08/2011 | 02/28/2011 | 10.00 | 2 |
| 08/21/2009 | 08/21/2009 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 08/13/2009 | 09/29/2009 | 49.50 | 5 |
| 01/23/2009 | 01/23/2009 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 11/14/2008 | 11/14/2008 | 16.00 | 2 |
| 11/05/2008 | 11/05/2008 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/29/2008 | 10/29/2008 | 16.00 | 2 |
| 10/21/2008 | 10/21/2008 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/17/2008 | 10/17/2008 | 8.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Miles Branch Mine have?
Miles Branch Mine has 521 MSHA violations on record, of which 205 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $169K.
What type of mine is Miles Branch Mine?
Miles Branch Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in BISHOP, Tazewell County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Miles Branch Mine?
According to MSHA records, Miles Branch Mine has 57 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Miles Branch Mine?
Miles Branch Mine is operated by Consolidation Coal Company and controlled by Robert E Murray. MSHA Mine ID: 4403932.