Key Takeaway
Ralphton Mine is a active surface mine producing Coal, located in Boswell, Somerset County, PA. It has 84 violations on record (25 S&S) and $17K in proposed penalties. Operated by Coal Loaders, Inc..
Ralphton Mine
Operator: Coal Loaders, Inc.
Controller: Edward J (Jr.) Ratay
Location: Boswell, Somerset County, PA
Employees: 3
Recent Violations
View all 84 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2024 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/04/2024 | 77.1000 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 06/04/2024 | 77.1713(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/21/2024 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 06/26/2023 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 04/25/2023 | 77.1607(i) | S&S | ModNegligence | $439 |
| 03/13/2023 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/13/2023 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/08/2023 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $143 |
| 03/08/2023 | 77.1001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $271 |
| 03/08/2023 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 03/15/2022 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 03/15/2022 | 77.1104 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 03/14/2022 | 71.201(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/20/2021 | 77.404(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/14/2021 | 47.41(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $125 |
| 09/14/2021 | 47.41(a)(1) | S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 09/13/2021 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 09/13/2021 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 11/12/2019 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/06/2019 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 35 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2025 | 01/26/2026 | 17.75 | 1 |
| 04/02/2025 | 04/16/2025 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 11/04/2024 | 01/22/2025 | 40.25 | 1 |
| 06/04/2024 | 06/26/2024 | 27.75 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 5.50 | 2 |
| 02/21/2024 | 03/19/2024 | 26.25 | 1 |
| 04/25/2023 | 07/03/2023 | 36.00 | 3 |
| 03/08/2023 | 03/21/2023 | 53.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2022 | 07/01/2022 | 30.50 | 1 |
| 03/14/2022 | 03/22/2022 | 33.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Ralphton Mine have?
Ralphton Mine has 84 MSHA violations on record, of which 25 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $17K.
What type of mine is Ralphton Mine?
Ralphton Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Boswell, Somerset County, PA. It currently has 3 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Ralphton Mine?
According to MSHA records, Ralphton Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Ralphton Mine?
Ralphton Mine is operated by Coal Loaders, Inc. and controlled by Edward J (Jr.) Ratay. MSHA Mine ID: 3609881.