Key Takeaway
Somerset Mine 36 is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Acosta, Somerset County, PA. It has 17 violations on record (9 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by AMFIRE Mining Company, LLC.
Somerset Mine 36
Operator: AMFIRE Mining Company, LLC
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Acosta, Somerset County, PA
Recent Violations
View all 17 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/11/2001 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 03/14/2001 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/14/2001 | 77.400(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/14/2001 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 03/12/2001 | 77.1605(k) | S&S | ModNegligence | $277 |
| 03/12/2001 | 77.1605(l) | S&S | ModNegligence | $242 |
| 03/12/2001 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/12/2001 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $196 |
| 03/12/2001 | 77.204 | S&S | ModNegligence | $196 |
| 03/12/2001 | 77.1710(g) | S&S | ModNegligence | $90 |
| 03/12/2001 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $66 |
| 03/12/2001 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/12/2001 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/22/2000 | 77.202 | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 06/21/2000 | 77.208(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 06/21/2000 | 77.1605(l) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 06/21/2000 | 77.410(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/08/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 53d lost |
| 10/20/2000 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 4d lost |
| 04/14/2000 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 17 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/30/2003 | 09/30/2003 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 03/27/2003 | 03/27/2003 | 0.75 | 1 |
| 08/29/2002 | 08/29/2002 | 1.25 | 1 |
| 03/18/2002 | 03/18/2002 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 10/02/2001 | 10/02/2001 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2001 | 09/27/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 07/10/2001 | 07/26/2001 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 07/09/2001 | 07/11/2001 | 12.50 | 1 |
| 03/28/2001 | 03/28/2001 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 03/14/2001 | 03/14/2001 | 4.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Somerset Mine 36 have?
Somerset Mine 36 has 17 MSHA violations on record, of which 9 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Somerset Mine 36?
Somerset Mine 36 is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Acosta, Somerset County, PA. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Somerset Mine 36?
According to MSHA records, Somerset Mine 36 has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Somerset Mine 36?
Somerset Mine 36 is operated by AMFIRE Mining Company, LLC and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 3608301.