Key Takeaway
Porter Tunnel is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Tower City, Schuylkill County, PA. It has 18 violations on record (6 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Kocher Coal Company.
Porter Tunnel
Operator: Kocher Coal Company
Controller: RCL Capital LTD
Location: Tower City, Schuylkill County, PA
Recent Violations
View all 18 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2005 | 75.1711-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 05/05/2004 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $203 |
| 04/28/2004 | 75.212(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 12/19/2003 | S&S | $0 | ||
| 12/19/2003 | 75.1909(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $350 |
| 11/03/2003 | 75.360(f) | Non-S&S | $0 | |
| 10/31/2003 | 75.1711-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 10/31/2003 | S&S | $0 | ||
| 10/31/2003 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 10/31/2003 | 50.10 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $325 |
| 06/26/2003 | S&S | $0 | ||
| 06/26/2003 | 75.364(f)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 06/26/2003 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 06/25/2003 | 75.212(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 06/25/2003 | 75.311(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $107 |
| 06/25/2003 | 75.360(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $207 |
| 06/25/2003 | 48.11(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $152 |
| 06/25/2003 | 75.1721(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/31/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 27d lost |
Inspections
View all 11 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/11/2005 | 05/12/2005 | 26.00 | 2 |
| 04/25/2005 | 04/26/2005 | 19.00 | 2 |
| 03/31/2005 | 03/31/2005 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 09/21/2004 | 09/21/2004 | 12.00 | 2 |
| 05/26/2004 | 05/26/2004 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 05/03/2004 | 05/20/2004 | 68.00 | 3 |
| 04/28/2004 | 04/28/2004 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 10/31/2003 | 11/17/2003 | 31.00 | 2 |
| 10/15/2003 | 12/23/2003 | 35.75 | 1 |
| 09/11/2003 | 09/24/2003 | 16.25 | 2 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Porter Tunnel have?
Porter Tunnel has 18 MSHA violations on record, of which 6 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Porter Tunnel?
Porter Tunnel is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Tower City, Schuylkill County, PA. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Porter Tunnel?
According to MSHA records, Porter Tunnel has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Porter Tunnel?
Porter Tunnel is operated by Kocher Coal Company and controlled by RCL Capital LTD. MSHA Mine ID: 3601892.