Key Takeaway
Mill Branch is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Closplint, Harlan County, KY. It has 281 violations on record (93 S&S) and $148K in proposed penalties. Operated by Nally & Hamilton Enterprises Inc.
Mill Branch
Operator: Nally & Hamilton Enterprises Inc
Controller: Thomas R Hamilton
Location: Closplint, Harlan County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 281 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/06/2012 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/23/2012 | 77.107-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/02/2011 | 77.1607(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $52,500 |
| 11/02/2011 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/26/2011 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 04/26/2011 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/26/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 04/26/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 04/22/2011 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/22/2011 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/20/2011 | 77.1710(g) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,700 |
| 11/09/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/09/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/09/2010 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/01/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/19/2010 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 10/19/2010 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 10/14/2010 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 05/24/2010 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 05/24/2010 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,026 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 34 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2011 | MACHINERY | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 10/06/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 09/07/2011 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/08/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 06/16/2011 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 06/06/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/07/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 04/07/2011 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/23/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 122d lost |
| 05/05/2010 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
Inspections
View all 84 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2012 | 05/22/2012 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 04/12/2012 | 09/06/2012 | 42.50 | 2 |
| 03/12/2012 | 04/25/2012 | 4.75 | 1 |
| 02/01/2012 | 02/01/2012 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 12/14/2011 | 12/14/2011 | 6.75 | 3 |
| 11/02/2011 | 04/25/2012 | 227.75 | 8 |
| 04/21/2011 | 04/21/2011 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 04/12/2011 | 05/12/2011 | 47.50 | 2 |
| 10/07/2010 | 12/02/2010 | 71.50 | 2 |
| 06/07/2010 | 06/07/2010 | 4.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mill Branch have?
Mill Branch has 281 MSHA violations on record, of which 93 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $148K.
What type of mine is Mill Branch?
Mill Branch is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Closplint, Harlan County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mill Branch?
According to MSHA records, Mill Branch has 34 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mill Branch?
Mill Branch is operated by Nally & Hamilton Enterprises Inc and controlled by Thomas R Hamilton. MSHA Mine ID: 1517821.