Key Takeaway
Smith Br is a abandoned underground mine producing Coal, located in BIG ROCK, Buchanan County, VA. It has 540 violations on record (207 S&S) and $77K in proposed penalties. Operated by Banner Blue Coal Company.
Smith Br
Operator: Banner Blue Coal Company
Controller: Metinvest B V
Location: BIG ROCK, Buchanan County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 540 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/19/2008 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,304 |
| 02/19/2008 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 02/19/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $285 |
| 02/19/2008 | 75.1101-8(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 02/15/2008 | 75.403 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 01/15/2008 | 77.1600(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $2,106 |
| 12/17/2007 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $308 |
| 12/17/2007 | 75.1002(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $308 |
| 12/14/2007 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 12/14/2007 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/14/2007 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/14/2007 | 77.1104 | S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/12/2007 | 75.360(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 12/12/2007 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $308 |
| 12/12/2007 | 75.400 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,530 |
| 12/12/2007 | 75.1101-10 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/12/2007 | 75.1101-7(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 12/12/2007 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 12/12/2007 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 12/12/2007 | 75.380(d)(7)(v) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 20 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06/29/2007 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 38d lost |
| 05/31/2007 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 379d lost |
| 04/23/2007 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 17d lost |
| 06/27/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 02/20/2006 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 01/10/2006 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 14d lost |
| 02/11/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 259d lost |
| 02/17/2003 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/12/2002 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | 3d lost |
| 11/15/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 125 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2011 | 03/22/2011 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 09/16/2009 | 09/16/2009 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 08/14/2008 | 08/18/2008 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 05/13/2008 | 05/14/2008 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 02/15/2008 | 03/17/2008 | 48.50 | 2 |
| 02/15/2008 | 02/15/2008 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 01/11/2008 | 01/15/2008 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 12/10/2007 | 12/19/2007 | 101.00 | 4 |
| 12/05/2007 | 12/27/2007 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 11/27/2007 | 11/27/2007 | 9.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Smith Br have?
Smith Br has 540 MSHA violations on record, of which 207 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $77K.
What type of mine is Smith Br?
Smith Br is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in BIG ROCK, Buchanan County, VA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Smith Br?
According to MSHA records, Smith Br has 20 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Smith Br?
Smith Br is operated by Banner Blue Coal Company and controlled by Metinvest B V. MSHA Mine ID: 4406812.