Key Takeaway

Vansant 4A is a abandoned and sealed underground mine producing Coal, located in Jolo, Mcdowell County, WV. It has 51 violations on record (15 S&S) and $4K in proposed penalties. Operated by Vansant Coal Corporation.

Vansant 4A

Abandoned and Sealed Underground Coal

Operator: Vansant Coal Corporation

Controller: SunCoke Energy Incorporated

Location: Jolo, Mcdowell County, WV

51
Violations
15
S&S Violations
2
Accidents
$4K
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
10/24/2005 75.523 S&S LowNegligence $76
05/18/2005 75.364(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $60
05/16/2005 75.503 Non-S&S LowNegligence $60
05/10/2005 75.403 S&S LowNegligence $135
01/31/2005 77.400 S&S ModNegligence $114
01/31/2005 77.1111 S&S ModNegligence $114
01/14/2005 75.400 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
11/15/2004 75.1103-5(a)(2) Non-S&S LowNegligence $60
11/03/2004 75.523 Non-S&S LowNegligence $60
11/03/2004 75.1107-4(a)(2)(i) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
11/03/2004 75.503 Non-S&S LowNegligence $60
11/03/2004 75.202(a) S&S ModNegligence $203
08/11/2004 75.372(a)(1) Non-S&S LowNegligence $60
08/11/2004 75.370(a)(3)(iii) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
08/11/2004 75.523-3(b)(5) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
06/16/2004 77.205(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
06/16/2004 77.402 S&S ModNegligence $107
06/16/2004 77.502 S&S ModNegligence $107
06/16/2004 77.502 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60
06/15/2004 75.512 Non-S&S ModNegligence $60

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
02/04/2004 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 52d lost
10/03/2003 HANDLING OF MATERIALS DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY 10d lost

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
07/05/2006 07/11/2006 7.75 1
04/03/2006 04/07/2006 8.50 1
02/01/2006 03/16/2006 9.00 1
10/20/2005 11/16/2005 53.00 1
07/20/2005 09/30/2005 36.75 1
05/10/2005 06/09/2005 50.75 1
01/06/2005 02/28/2005 103.00 1
10/05/2004 12/15/2004 38.00 1
09/20/2004 09/22/2004 12.50 1
07/06/2004 09/22/2004 107.50 4

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID4608894
Mine TypeUnderground
StatusAbandoned and Sealed
CommodityCoal
SIC DescriptionCoal (Bituminous)
Days/Week0.0
Hours/Shift0.0
Coordinates37.3136110, -81.8483330
Nearest TownJolo

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Vansant 4A have?

Vansant 4A has 51 MSHA violations on record, of which 15 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $4K.

What type of mine is Vansant 4A?

Vansant 4A is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Jolo, Mcdowell County, WV. It currently has 0 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Vansant 4A?

According to MSHA records, Vansant 4A has 2 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Vansant 4A?

Vansant 4A is operated by Vansant Coal Corporation and controlled by SunCoke Energy Incorporated. MSHA Mine ID: 4608894.