Key Takeaway
Whites Branch is a abandoned underground mine producing Coal, located in Gordon, Boone County, WV. It has 8 violations on record (3 S&S) and $565 in proposed penalties. Operated by Pine Ridge Coal Company.
Whites Branch
Operator: Pine Ridge Coal Company
Controller: Patriot Coal Corporation
Location: Gordon, Boone County, WV
Recent Violations
View all 8 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2001 | 75.202(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $83 |
| 04/12/2001 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 03/15/2001 | 75.333(b)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/24/2001 | 75.503 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 01/16/2001 | 75.904 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 10/30/2000 | 75.371(f) | S&S | ModNegligence | $140 |
| 10/27/2000 | 75.370(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $122 |
| 09/20/2000 | 75.302 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 9 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/02/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 04/29/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/26/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/12/2001 | MACHINERY | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 03/21/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 03/10/2001 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 7d lost |
| 01/11/2001 | ALL OTHER OCCUPATIONAL ILLNESSES | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 12/16/2000 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 43d lost |
| 11/09/2000 | DISORDERS (REPEATED TRAUMA) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
Inspections
View all 16 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/03/2001 | 05/03/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/26/2001 | 04/26/2001 | 16.00 | 2 |
| 04/12/2001 | 09/13/2001 | 173.00 | 3 |
| 04/10/2001 | 04/11/2001 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 04/09/2001 | 06/15/2001 | 29.00 | 2 |
| 03/15/2001 | 03/19/2001 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 02/15/2001 | 02/15/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/16/2001 | 03/23/2001 | 40.50 | 1 |
| 01/03/2001 | 03/24/2001 | 31.75 | 2 |
| 11/16/2000 | 11/29/2000 | 9.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Whites Branch have?
Whites Branch has 8 MSHA violations on record, of which 3 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $565.
What type of mine is Whites Branch?
Whites Branch is a Underground mine producing Coal, located in Gordon, Boone County, WV. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Whites Branch?
According to MSHA records, Whites Branch has 9 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates Whites Branch?
Whites Branch is operated by Pine Ridge Coal Company and controlled by Patriot Coal Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 4608827.