Key Takeaway
Pax South Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Long Branch, Fayette County, WV. It has 105 violations on record (73 S&S) and $15K in proposed penalties. Operated by Simmons Fork Mining, Inc..
Pax South Surface Mine
Operator: Simmons Fork Mining, Inc.
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Long Branch, Fayette County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 105 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/18/2006 | 48.28 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/18/2006 | 48.28 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/18/2006 | 48.28 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 01/18/2006 | 48.28 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/14/2005 | 48.26 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,198 |
| 09/12/2005 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 09/12/2005 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/12/2005 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $144 |
| 09/12/2005 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $124 |
| 09/08/2005 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $165 |
| 09/07/2005 | 77.1103(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 09/07/2005 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/07/2005 | 77.205(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 09/07/2005 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 09/07/2005 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/07/2005 | 77.208(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 09/07/2005 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $228 |
| 09/07/2005 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 08/30/2005 | 77.1000 | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 08/30/2005 | 77.1006(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 32 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 12/19/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 12/15/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 70d lost |
| 09/30/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 08/30/2005 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 5d lost |
| 08/26/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 27d lost |
| 08/18/2005 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 06/08/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 05/06/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 127d lost |
| 04/28/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 40 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/26/2006 | 10/26/2006 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 07/11/2006 | 08/24/2006 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 01/03/2006 | 03/30/2006 | 73.00 | 3 |
| 10/27/2005 | 11/09/2005 | 3.75 | 1 |
| 08/29/2005 | 09/28/2005 | 162.25 | 3 |
| 06/28/2005 | 06/29/2005 | 10.00 | 1 |
| 03/16/2005 | 03/17/2005 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/04/2005 | 03/23/2005 | 64.50 | 2 |
| 10/04/2004 | 10/04/2004 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 09/23/2004 | 09/23/2004 | 8.50 | 2 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Pax South Surface Mine have?
Pax South Surface Mine has 105 MSHA violations on record, of which 73 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $15K.
What type of mine is Pax South Surface Mine?
Pax South Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Long Branch, Fayette County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Pax South Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Pax South Surface Mine has 32 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Pax South Surface Mine?
Pax South Surface Mine is operated by Simmons Fork Mining, Inc. and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4606877.