Key Takeaway
Mine #8 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Sassafras, Knott County, KY. It has 1,112 violations on record (259 S&S) and $398K in proposed penalties. Operated by Enterprise Mining Company LLC.
Mine #8
Operator: Enterprise Mining Company LLC
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources Holdings, Inc
Location: Sassafras, Knott County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 1,112 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/07/2012 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 08/05/2012 | 75.202(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/05/2012 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 05/22/2012 | 48.8(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $196 |
| 03/16/2012 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 02/15/2012 | 75.512-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/15/2012 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/10/2012 | 75.1714-3(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 12/01/2011 | 77.1109(c)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 12/01/2011 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/01/2011 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 11/30/2011 | 75.1403 | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 11/30/2011 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $745 |
| 11/23/2011 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $162 |
| 11/22/2011 | 75.310(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $687 |
| 11/18/2011 | 77.600 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 11/18/2011 | 77.1103(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $190 |
| 11/16/2011 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $9,634 |
| 11/16/2011 | 75.904 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 11/15/2011 | 75.342(a)(4)(ii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 93 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/04/2012 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/27/2012 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 08/03/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 03/16/2012 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/13/2012 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 76d lost |
| 12/01/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 101d lost |
| 08/16/2011 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 03/29/2011 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/14/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 12/14/2010 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 119 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2014 | 04/30/2014 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 08/20/2012 | 09/11/2012 | 38.00 | 3 |
| 08/05/2012 | 08/14/2012 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 05/09/2012 | 05/29/2012 | 35.50 | 1 |
| 03/16/2012 | 03/19/2012 | 9.00 | 2 |
| 03/06/2012 | 03/08/2012 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 02/06/2012 | 02/22/2012 | 50.25 | 1 |
| 11/02/2011 | 12/07/2011 | 173.00 | 3 |
| 08/16/2011 | 08/16/2011 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 07/25/2011 | 07/25/2011 | 8.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mine #8 have?
Mine #8 has 1112 MSHA violations on record, of which 259 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $398K.
What type of mine is Mine #8?
Mine #8 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Sassafras, Knott County, KY. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine #8?
According to MSHA records, Mine #8 has 93 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mine #8?
Mine #8 is operated by Enterprise Mining Company LLC and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources Holdings, Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1518507.