Key Takeaway

Mine 78 Preparation Plant is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Windber, PA, Somerset County, PA. It has 203 violations on record (51 S&S) and $43K in proposed penalties. Operated by Rosebud Mining Company.

Mine 78 Preparation Plant

Active Facility Coal

Operator: Rosebud Mining Company

Controller: J Clifford Forrest III

Location: Windber, PA, Somerset County, PA

Employees: 14

203
Violations
51
S&S Violations
7
Accidents
$43K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
08/04/2025 77.400(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
07/25/2025 77.1607(n) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
07/25/2025 77.404(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
02/20/2025 71.206(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
02/12/2025 77.502 Non-S&S ModNegligence $267
02/11/2025 77.1606(c) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
02/11/2025 77.1110 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
02/10/2025 77.505 Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
08/27/2024 77.505 Non-S&S LowNegligence $204
08/26/2024 71.206(d)(1) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
08/07/2024 77.404(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
08/06/2024 77.1110 Non-S&S ModNegligence $189
03/25/2024 77.410(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
03/25/2024 77.404(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
03/25/2024 77.1110 Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
03/20/2024 77.400(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $172
03/18/2024 77.204 Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
03/18/2024 77.1710(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $147
03/18/2024 77.1710(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $147
03/12/2024 77.502 Non-S&S ModNegligence $161

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
02/03/2020 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 250d lost
05/08/2017 HANDLING OF MATERIALS NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
12/12/2013 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 108d lost
09/23/2009 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 195d lost
09/09/2008 SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT 21d lost, 10d restricted
04/22/2008 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None
02/21/2008 HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT None

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
10/27/2025 11/20/2025 30.75 1
07/25/2025 09/09/2025 60.00 2
06/25/2025 06/25/2025 10.00 1
02/04/2025 03/03/2025 58.25 1
08/06/2024 09/04/2024 57.50 1
05/22/2024 05/22/2024 0.50 1
03/12/2024 03/26/2024 88.25 3
09/05/2023 09/14/2023 61.75 3
05/17/2023 05/17/2023 1.75 1
04/05/2023 04/27/2023 13.50 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID3609525
Mine TypeFacility
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees14
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates40.2388890, -78.7941670
Nearest TownWindber, PA

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Mine 78 Preparation Plant have?

Mine 78 Preparation Plant has 203 MSHA violations on record, of which 51 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $43K.

What type of mine is Mine 78 Preparation Plant?

Mine 78 Preparation Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Windber, PA, Somerset County, PA. It currently has 14 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine 78 Preparation Plant?

According to MSHA records, Mine 78 Preparation Plant has 7 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Mine 78 Preparation Plant?

Mine 78 Preparation Plant is operated by Rosebud Mining Company and controlled by J Clifford Forrest III. MSHA Mine ID: 3609525.