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
Operator: Rosebud Mining Company
Controller: J Clifford Forrest III
Location: Windber, PA, Somerset County, PA
Employees: 14
Recent Violations
View all 203 →| 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
View all 7 →| 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
View all 73 →| 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 |
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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.