Key Takeaway
Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil is a abandoned facility mine producing Coal, located in Naoma, Raleigh County, WV. It has 65 violations on record (35 S&S) and $13K in proposed penalties. Operated by Performance Coal Company.
Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil
Operator: Performance Coal Company
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources Holdings, Inc
Location: Naoma, Raleigh County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 65 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2014 | 77.1713(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $3,700 |
| 12/23/2014 | 77.1713(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $745 |
| 12/02/2010 | 77.200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 03/01/2010 | 77.400(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 02/23/2010 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 02/23/2010 | 77.207 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 09/10/2009 | 77.601 | S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 09/10/2009 | 77.1102 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/23/2009 | 77.1702(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 06/07/2007 | 77.204 | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 06/07/2007 | 77.204 | S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 06/29/2006 | 77.205(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 06/29/2006 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $286 |
| 06/29/2006 | 77.208(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $217 |
| 11/16/2005 | 77.201-1 | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 11/16/2005 | 77.1107 | S&S | ModNegligence | $191 |
| 11/16/2005 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/16/2005 | 77.1109(c)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/16/2005 | 77.505 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
| 11/14/2005 | 77.509(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $60 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/24/2014 | MACHINERY | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 07/21/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 62d lost |
| 12/01/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 134d lost |
| 08/06/2006 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
| 12/08/2003 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 16d lost |
| 11/05/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/16/2002 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 280d lost |
| 05/15/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 280d lost |
Inspections
View all 56 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2014 | 01/27/2015 | 35.00 | 2 |
| 04/01/2014 | 04/02/2014 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 10/24/2013 | 12/17/2013 | 10.25 | 3 |
| 09/24/2013 | 09/24/2013 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 04/01/2013 | 04/02/2013 | 8.75 | 1 |
| 12/19/2012 | 12/20/2012 | 14.00 | 2 |
| 09/10/2012 | 09/10/2012 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 01/04/2012 | 01/05/2012 | 4.25 | 1 |
| 06/28/2011 | 06/28/2011 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 01/06/2011 | 01/06/2011 | 4.25 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil have?
Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil has 65 MSHA violations on record, of which 35 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $13K.
What type of mine is Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil?
Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil is a Facility mine producing Coal, located in Naoma, Raleigh County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil?
According to MSHA records, Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil?
Upper Big Branch Raw Coal Facil is operated by Performance Coal Company and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources Holdings, Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 4608539.