Piney Woods Preparation Plant
Active
Facility
Coal
Operator: Camellia Met Mining, LLC
Controller: Resource Capital Fund (RCF) VI LP
Location: Alabaster, Shelby County, AL
Employees: 2
267
Violations
92
S&S Violations
16
Accidents
$77K
Penalties
Recent Violations
View all 267 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/31/2024 | 77.502-2 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/31/2024 | 77.512 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 03/25/2024 | 72.100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/11/2018 | 77.1102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 10/21/2018 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $208 |
| 10/21/2018 | 77.205(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 08/23/2018 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/07/2018 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 05/01/2018 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 01/30/2018 | 77.1705 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 07/18/2017 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 07/11/2017 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/22/2017 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/10/2017 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 02/10/2017 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 07/14/2016 | 77.1713(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 07/13/2016 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 02/09/2016 | 77.208(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/09/2016 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/28/2016 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 16 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2018 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 05/19/2016 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/08/2015 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/21/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 01/10/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 8d lost, 15d restricted |
| 10/06/2011 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 04/14/2011 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 2d restricted |
| 05/05/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 03/20/2010 | STRIKING OR BUMPING | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/26/2009 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 114 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/05/2026 | 0.00 | 0 | |
| 09/10/2025 | 09/10/2025 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 07/17/2025 | 07/17/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 11/06/2024 | 12/06/2024 | 35.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2024 | 08/02/2024 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 03/21/2024 | 03/27/2024 | 31.75 | 1 |
| 09/25/2023 | 09/29/2023 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 01/19/2023 | 01/19/2023 | 10.50 | 2 |
| 08/25/2022 | 08/26/2022 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 09/26/2019 | 09/26/2019 | 2.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
MSHA Mine ID0102976
Mine TypeFacility
StatusActive
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Employees2
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift8.0
Coordinates33.1858330, -86.9758330
Nearest TownAlabaster
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Piney Woods Preparation Plant have?
Piney Woods Preparation Plant has 267 MSHA violations on record, of which 92 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $77K.
What type of mine is Piney Woods Preparation Plant?
Piney Woods Preparation Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Alabaster, Shelby County, AL. It currently has 2 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Piney Woods Preparation Plant?
According to MSHA records, Piney Woods Preparation Plant has 16 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Piney Woods Preparation Plant?
Piney Woods Preparation Plant is operated by Camellia Met Mining, LLC and controlled by Resource Capital Fund (RCF) VI LP. MSHA Mine ID: 0102976.