Key Takeaway
Pioneer Preparation Plant is a active facility mine producing Coal, located in Sassafras, Knott County, KY. It has 535 violations on record (163 S&S) and $103K in proposed penalties. Operated by B&W Resources Inc..
Pioneer Preparation Plant
Operator: B&W Resources Inc.
Controller: Lipari Energy
Location: Sassafras, Knott County, KY
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 535 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/02/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/26/2025 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/24/2025 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/24/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/24/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/24/2025 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/18/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/18/2025 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/18/2025 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 06/18/2025 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/26/2024 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/16/2024 | 77.513 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/13/2023 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/13/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 12/06/2023 | 77.1605(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 07/05/2023 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/05/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/05/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 25 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/21/2016 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 72d lost |
| 07/18/2016 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/03/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 13d restricted |
| 10/16/2013 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 02/01/2011 | DUST DISEASE OF LUNGS | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 04/21/2009 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 252d lost |
| 12/09/2008 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/10/2008 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/01/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 175 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 02/13/2026 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 10/27/2025 | 12/11/2025 | 118.50 | 4 |
| 07/10/2025 | 07/10/2025 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 07/08/2025 | 132.25 | 4 |
| 01/16/2025 | 02/07/2025 | 68.00 | 3 |
| 12/26/2024 | 12/27/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 11/27/2024 | 12/02/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 08/20/2024 | 08/22/2024 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2024 | 04/29/2024 | 75.50 | 5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Pioneer Preparation Plant have?
Pioneer Preparation Plant has 535 MSHA violations on record, of which 163 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $103K.
What type of mine is Pioneer Preparation Plant?
Pioneer Preparation Plant is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Sassafras, Knott County, KY. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Pioneer Preparation Plant?
According to MSHA records, Pioneer Preparation Plant has 25 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Pioneer Preparation Plant?
Pioneer Preparation Plant is operated by B&W Resources Inc. and controlled by Lipari Energy. MSHA Mine ID: 1516858.