Key Takeaway
Penn Run Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Penn Run, Indiana County, PA. It has 48 violations on record (20 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by Mears Enterprises Inc.
Penn Run Mine
Operator: Mears Enterprises Inc
Controller: Kerry L Mears
Location: Penn Run, Indiana County, PA
Recent Violations
View all 48 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2002 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 02/06/2002 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 01/17/2002 | 75.1100-2(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/15/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 01/15/2002 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/14/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $76 |
| 01/09/2002 | 75.220(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 01/08/2002 | 75.1107-9(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 10/23/2001 | 75.203(e)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 10/16/2001 | 77.205(e) | S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 10/10/2001 | 75.211(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $113 |
| 10/04/2001 | 75.1107-1(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 10/03/2001 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 10/03/2001 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 10/03/2001 | 75.370(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 08/23/2001 | 70.100(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 08/16/2001 | 62.150(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $104 |
| 08/16/2001 | 75.362(d)(1)(ii) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 08/16/2001 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $76 |
| 08/15/2001 | 75.333(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 19 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/28/2002 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 44d lost |
| 03/15/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 38d lost |
| 03/11/2002 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/13/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 02/04/2002 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 01/22/2002 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/21/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 11/14/2001 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 12d lost |
| 09/25/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 09/18/2001 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 67 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/17/2003 | 07/18/2003 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 06/10/2003 | 06/13/2003 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 04/09/2003 | 04/09/2003 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 04/09/2003 | 04/09/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 02/26/2003 | 03/03/2003 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 11/08/2002 | 11/08/2002 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 11/08/2002 | 11/08/2002 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 08/15/2002 | 08/15/2002 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 05/28/2002 | 05/28/2002 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 05/10/2002 | 05/10/2002 | 4.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Penn Run Mine have?
Penn Run Mine has 48 MSHA violations on record, of which 20 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.
What type of mine is Penn Run Mine?
Penn Run Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Penn Run, Indiana County, PA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Penn Run Mine?
According to MSHA records, Penn Run Mine has 19 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Penn Run Mine?
Penn Run Mine is operated by Mears Enterprises Inc and controlled by Kerry L Mears. MSHA Mine ID: 3608174.