Key Takeaway
Simmons Fork Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Oceana, Wyoming County, WV. It has 43 violations on record (33 S&S) and $8K in proposed penalties. Operated by Simmons Fork Mining Incorporated.
Simmons Fork Surface Mine
Operator: Simmons Fork Mining Incorporated
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Oceana, Wyoming County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 43 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/09/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $350 |
| 08/09/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $191 |
| 08/09/2004 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 08/09/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $350 |
| 08/09/2004 | 77.404(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $191 |
| 08/03/2004 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 08/02/2004 | 50.20(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 07/15/2004 | 77.1713(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $524 |
| 07/15/2004 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $524 |
| 12/18/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $135 |
| 12/11/2003 | 77.1302(e) | S&S | LowNegligence | $247 |
| 12/10/2003 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 12/08/2003 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 12/08/2003 | 77.1710(g) | S&S | LowNegligence | $268 |
| 06/19/2003 | 62.130(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $176 |
| 06/16/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $214 |
| 06/16/2003 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $201 |
| 06/16/2003 | 77.1710(g) | S&S | LowNegligence | $83 |
| 06/13/2003 | 77.1606(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $60 |
| 06/13/2003 | 77.1605(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 11 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/18/2004 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 56d lost |
| 06/03/2004 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 259d lost |
| 01/01/2004 | NO VALUE FOUND | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 366d lost |
| 09/03/2003 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 05/11/2003 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/23/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/18/2002 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 69d lost |
| 04/25/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/09/2002 | EXPLOSIVES AND BREAKING AGENTS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 01/25/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 21 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/17/2006 | 02/06/2007 | 8.25 | 1 |
| 09/08/2006 | 09/11/2006 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 10/03/2005 | 03/20/2006 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 10/07/2004 | 03/31/2005 | 0.25 | 1 |
| 08/10/2004 | 08/11/2004 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 04/08/2004 | 08/19/2004 | 88.50 | 2 |
| 03/26/2004 | 03/29/2004 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 10/01/2003 | 01/05/2004 | 94.75 | 1 |
| 07/29/2003 | 07/29/2003 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 06/24/2003 | 06/24/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Simmons Fork Surface Mine have?
Simmons Fork Surface Mine has 43 MSHA violations on record, of which 33 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $8K.
What type of mine is Simmons Fork Surface Mine?
Simmons Fork Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Oceana, Wyoming County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Simmons Fork Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Simmons Fork Surface Mine has 11 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Simmons Fork Surface Mine?
Simmons Fork Surface Mine is operated by Simmons Fork Mining Incorporated and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4608613.