Key Takeaway
The Banner Mine is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Honaker, Russell County, VA. It has 127 violations on record (29 S&S) and $18K in proposed penalties. Operated by Omega Mining Inc.
The Banner Mine
Operator: Omega Mining Inc
Controller: (Harold) Lynn Keene; Larry Stinson
Location: Honaker, Russell County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 127 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/12/2009 | 75.502 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 11/19/2008 | 75.606 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/19/2008 | 75.1722(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/19/2008 | 75.1100-2(e)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/30/2008 | 75.606 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/30/2008 | 75.362(c)(4)(ii) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/22/2008 | 75.1715 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/22/2008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 | |
| 10/22/2008 | 75.360(f) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/22/2008 | 75.400 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/22/2008 | 72.630(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 10/16/2008 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 10/16/2008 | 75.517 | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 10/16/2008 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 10/10/2008 | 75.1107-16(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/07/2008 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $127 |
| 10/07/2008 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 07/31/2008 | 75.701 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/31/2008 | 75.202(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $499 |
| 07/31/2008 | 75.220(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 1 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/24/2007 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 33 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/01/2009 | 07/01/2009 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 05/11/2009 | 05/12/2009 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 03/03/2009 | 03/04/2009 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 12/09/2008 | 12/09/2008 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 11/18/2008 | 11/19/2008 | 14.25 | 1 |
| 10/30/2008 | 10/30/2008 | 20.00 | 2 |
| 10/01/2008 | 11/13/2008 | 103.25 | 3 |
| 07/08/2008 | 08/18/2008 | 146.50 | 4 |
| 06/27/2008 | 06/27/2008 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 06/06/2008 | 06/06/2008 | 7.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does The Banner Mine have?
The Banner Mine has 127 MSHA violations on record, of which 29 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $18K.
What type of mine is The Banner Mine?
The Banner Mine is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Honaker, Russell County, VA. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at The Banner Mine?
According to MSHA records, The Banner Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates The Banner Mine?
The Banner Mine is operated by Omega Mining Inc and controlled by (Harold) Lynn Keene; Larry Stinson. MSHA Mine ID: 4407183.