Key Takeaway
R S & W Drift is a active underground mine producing Coal, located in Pottsville, Schuylkill County, PA. It has 191 violations on record (33 S&S) and $21K in proposed penalties. Operated by R S & W Coal Co Inc.
R S & W Drift
Operator: R S & W Coal Co Inc
Controller: John Robert Rothermel
Location: Pottsville, Schuylkill County, PA
Employees: 7
Recent Violations
View all 191 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/03/2026 | 77.1607(p) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/03/2026 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/01/2026 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 11/05/2025 | 75.1100-3 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 07/22/2025 | 75.381(c)(5)(i) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 07/22/2025 | 75.381(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 05/12/2025 | 77.904 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/29/2025 | 75.381(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/31/2025 | 77.1102 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 01/16/2025 | 75.333(c)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 10/16/2024 | 75.1106-3(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/16/2024 | 75.381(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/18/2024 | 75.1312(f) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/18/2024 | 75.381(c)(5)(vi) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/30/2024 | 77.1102 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/10/2024 | 75.333(c)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 01/04/2024 | 75.1312(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/06/2023 | 75.381(c)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 07/06/2023 | 75.381(c)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 04/04/2023 | 75.1505(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/01/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 02/05/2015 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 31d lost, 5d restricted |
| 05/19/2011 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 278d lost |
| 05/07/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 287d lost |
Inspections
View all 330 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/11/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 11.50 | 1 |
| 02/04/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 32.00 | 2 |
| 02/02/2026 | 02/09/2026 | 47.75 | 1 |
| 10/30/2025 | 11/19/2025 | 94.00 | 2 |
| 09/09/2025 | 09/09/2025 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 09/29/2025 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 09/17/2025 | 45.50 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 09/29/2025 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 04/28/2025 | 05/19/2025 | 53.00 | 1 |
| 01/15/2025 | 01/31/2025 | 7.75 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does R S & W Drift have?
R S & W Drift has 191 MSHA violations on record, of which 33 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $21K.
What type of mine is R S & W Drift?
R S & W Drift is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Pottsville, Schuylkill County, PA. It currently has 7 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at R S & W Drift?
According to MSHA records, R S & W Drift has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates R S & W Drift?
R S & W Drift is operated by R S & W Coal Co Inc and controlled by John Robert Rothermel. MSHA Mine ID: 3601818.