Key Takeaway
Whitley Fork Surface Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Pardee, Wise County, VA. It has 5 violations on record (2 S&S) and $483 in proposed penalties. Operated by Mill Branch Coal Corp.
Whitley Fork Surface Mine
Operator: Mill Branch Coal Corp
Controller: Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.
Location: Pardee, Wise County, VA
Recent Violations
View all 5 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/26/2001 | 77.1606(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/25/2001 | 77.1605(k) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 06/17/2000 | 77.1606(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $122 |
| 06/17/2000 | 72.620 | S&S | ModNegligence | $196 |
| 01/19/2000 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 04/13/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 04/05/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 03/22/2001 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 02/28/2001 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 13d lost |
| 12/08/2000 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 45d lost |
| 10/25/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 35d lost |
| 10/02/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 21d lost |
| 09/19/2000 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/18/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 15 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22/2002 | 04/22/2002 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/15/2002 | 01/28/2002 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 11/19/2001 | 12/28/2001 | 21.00 | 1 |
| 06/27/2001 | 07/30/2001 | 17.50 | 2 |
| 06/26/2001 | 07/17/2001 | 11.00 | 1 |
| 06/25/2001 | 07/17/2001 | 55.50 | 2 |
| 04/11/2001 | 04/30/2001 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 02/07/2001 | 02/20/2001 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 01/30/2001 | 02/20/2001 | 33.00 | 1 |
| 12/21/2000 | 12/22/2000 | 4.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Whitley Fork Surface Mine have?
Whitley Fork Surface Mine has 5 MSHA violations on record, of which 2 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $483.
What type of mine is Whitley Fork Surface Mine?
Whitley Fork Surface Mine is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Pardee, Wise County, VA. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Whitley Fork Surface Mine?
According to MSHA records, Whitley Fork Surface Mine has 10 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Whitley Fork Surface Mine?
Whitley Fork Surface Mine is operated by Mill Branch Coal Corp and controlled by Alpha Natural Resources, Inc.. MSHA Mine ID: 4406921.