Key Takeaway
Young'S Fork is a abandoned surface mine producing Coal, located in Sassafras, Knott County, KY. It has 38 violations on record (17 S&S) and $5K in proposed penalties. Operated by Diamond May Mining Inc.
Young'S Fork
Operator: Diamond May Mining Inc
Controller: Progress Energy Inc
Location: Sassafras, Knott County, KY
Recent Violations
View all 38 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/12/2002 | 77.410(c) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/12/2002 | 77.1110 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 09/11/2002 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/25/2002 | 72.620 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/19/2002 | 77.410(a)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 03/19/2002 | 77.1109(c)(1) | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 03/18/2002 | 71.400 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 03/18/2002 | 77.410(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 03/18/2002 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $184 |
| 03/18/2002 | 77.502 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $55 |
| 08/01/2001 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 08/01/2001 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 08/01/2001 | 62.130(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 05/31/2001 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $66 |
| 05/31/2001 | 77.404(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $66 |
| 05/29/2001 | 77.1605(d) | S&S | ModNegligence | $122 |
| 05/24/2001 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $122 |
| 05/24/2001 | 77.404(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 05/24/2001 | 77.1605(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $55 |
| 02/01/2001 | 77.400(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/28/2002 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/22/2001 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 217d lost |
| 07/28/2000 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/15/2000 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 32 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/03/2005 | 03/03/2005 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 08/05/2004 | 08/05/2004 | 4.00 | 1 |
| 10/29/2003 | 10/29/2003 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 10/02/2003 | 10/02/2003 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 07/28/2003 | 07/28/2003 | 3.00 | 1 |
| 07/22/2003 | 07/22/2003 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 01/15/2003 | 01/15/2003 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 10/09/2002 | 10/10/2002 | 2.50 | 1 |
| 09/05/2002 | 09/17/2002 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 05/02/2002 | 05/23/2002 | 6.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Young'S Fork have?
Young'S Fork has 38 MSHA violations on record, of which 17 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $5K.
What type of mine is Young'S Fork?
Young'S Fork is a Surface mine producing Coal, located in Sassafras, Knott County, KY. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Young'S Fork?
According to MSHA records, Young'S Fork has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Young'S Fork?
Young'S Fork is operated by Diamond May Mining Inc and controlled by Progress Energy Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 1518104.