Key Takeaway
Mine No. 6 is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It has 323 violations on record (123 S&S) and $49K in proposed penalties. Operated by Guest Mountain Mining Corporation.
Mine No. 6
Operator: Guest Mountain Mining Corporation
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Appalachia, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 323 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2008 | 75.310(a)(4) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/26/2008 | 75.360(f) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 11/13/2008 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 11/06/2008 | 75.1714-3(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/31/2008 | 75.372(b)(12) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/31/2008 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | Reckless | $2,000 |
| 10/30/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.333(d)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.204(f)(7) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/28/2008 | 77.205(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 10/28/2008 | 75.508 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 10/27/2008 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | Reckless | $5,645 |
| 10/24/2008 | 75.360 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
| 10/24/2008 | 75.220(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $2,000 |
| 10/24/2008 | 75.1002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/15/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 5 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2005 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 56d lost |
| 02/23/2004 | NO VALUE FOUND | NO VALUE FOUND | None |
| 11/19/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 15d restricted |
| 08/14/2002 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 27d restricted |
| 10/18/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 15d lost |
Inspections
View all 113 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/28/2009 | 09/29/2009 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 06/23/2009 | 06/23/2009 | 3.50 | 1 |
| 04/01/2009 | 04/20/2009 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 02/23/2009 | 03/09/2009 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 12/23/2008 | 12/23/2008 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 12/16/2008 | 12/16/2008 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 12/03/2008 | 12/03/2008 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 10/14/2008 | 11/28/2008 | 168.75 | 6 |
| 09/26/2008 | 09/26/2008 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 09/03/2008 | 09/23/2008 | 99.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Mine No. 6 have?
Mine No. 6 has 323 MSHA violations on record, of which 123 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $49K.
What type of mine is Mine No. 6?
Mine No. 6 is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Appalachia, Wise County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Mine No. 6?
According to MSHA records, Mine No. 6 has 5 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Mine No. 6?
Mine No. 6 is operated by Guest Mountain Mining Corporation and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4407015.