PANTHER MINE
Active
Underground
Coal
Operator: Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC
Controller: Javelin Global Commodities (UK) Ltd
Location: Cumberland, Harlan County, KY
Employees: 111
3,161
Violations
737
S&S Violations
231
Accidents
$2.1M
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 3,161 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2026 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.340(a)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/19/2026 | 75.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/09/2026 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 02/04/2026 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/02/2026 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 75.340(a)(1)(i) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 75.1714-3(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/30/2026 | 75.1910(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 01/29/2026 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/28/2026 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/22/2026 | 50.20-1 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 01/20/2026 | 75.1909(a)(10) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.512 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,679 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.515 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $336 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.512 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,679 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.512 | S&S | HighNegligence | $1,679 |
| 01/15/2026 | 75.902 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 231 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19/2026 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 01/14/2026 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 09/16/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/16/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 2d restricted |
| 09/10/2025 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 76d lost |
| 04/07/2025 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 12/26/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 09/30/2024 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 19d lost |
| 08/14/2024 | FALL OF FACE/RIB/PILLAR/SIDE/HIGHWALL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 77d lost |
| 05/30/2024 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 82d lost |
Inspections
View all 391 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 02/18/2026 | 02/18/2026 | 10.50 | 1 |
| 02/09/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 02/06/2026 | 02/06/2026 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 01/22/2026 | 01/22/2026 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 01/14/2026 | 02/17/2026 | 72.25 | 5 |
| 01/07/2026 | 01/07/2026 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 01/06/2026 | 474.75 | 11 | |
| 12/22/2025 | 12/22/2025 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 12/11/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 8.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID1518198
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees111
Days/Week4.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates36.9402780, -82.9927780
Nearest TownCumberland
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does PANTHER MINE have?
PANTHER MINE has 3161 MSHA violations on record, of which 737 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2.1M.
What type of mine is PANTHER MINE?
PANTHER MINE is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Cumberland, Harlan County, KY. It currently has 111 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at PANTHER MINE?
According to MSHA records, PANTHER MINE has 231 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates PANTHER MINE?
PANTHER MINE is operated by Bluegrass Natural Resources, LLC and controlled by Javelin Global Commodities (UK) Ltd. MSHA Mine ID: 1518198.