Mining Incidents

Roytown Deep Mine Coal

RoxCoal, Inc. · Surface
Somerset, PA, Somerset County, PA  ·  Abandoned
MSHA Mine ID: 3609260

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Fatalities
0
Total incidents
69
Years on record
2005–2013
Latest incident
May 2013
Compliance record
MSHA citations since 2005
724
citations
147
significant & substantial
$498,181
proposed penalties
$182,492
paid to date
Source: MSHA violations data, updated weekly.
Quarterly safety rates
Citations per million employee-hours, as reported to MSHA
Quarter Hours worked Citations S&S Per 1M hrs
2025 Q1 0 0 0
2024 Q3 0 0 0
2024 Q1 0 0 0
2023 Q4 0 0 0
2023 Q3 0 0 0
2023 Q2 0 0 0
2022 Q4 0 0 0
2022 Q3 0 0 0
Quarters under 100,000 reported hours are greyed: too few hours for a stable rate.
No fatalities recorded at this mine.

Reportable incidents

69 on file

2013 · 4 incidents

May 28, 2013 PA · Coal continuous miner operator, coal mole operator POWERED HAULAGE
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck against a moving object

The man rode on the personnel carrier at the beginning of the shift to the section. When he arrived at the section, he reported that he had back pain from hitting a bump while riding on the carrier.

May 2, 2013 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
RoxCoal, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The man was bending a roof bolt and installing the bolt in the roof bolter chuck. While straightening the bolt, the plate slid down the bolt and pinched his finger between the plate and chuck.

May 2, 2013 PA · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The man was pulling miner cable to place against the rib when he stated he developed pain in his low back.

April 3, 2013 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

The man was scaling down loose roof in an area supported with roof bolts and straps when a piece of rock fell and struck the man on the head.

2012 · 10 incidents

October 3, 2012 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was walking in the section when he felt a pain in his back.

August 14, 2012 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

The man was scaling roof rock with a rock bar when a piece of scale struck the man on the arm. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only (stitches)

August 13, 2012 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The man was pushing up on a panel on a Kennedy wall when he felt a pain in his wrist.

June 22, 2012 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was adjusting the canopy on a shuttle car. The socket he placed on a bolt fell off the bolt before he attached the ratchet to the socket. The socket struck the man on the lip. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only (Stitches).

June 1, 2012 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

The man was preparing to re-position the roof bolter when a piece of roof scale fell between the roof bolts and struck the man on the back.

May 16, 2012 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was repairing a sprocket on a shuttle car when the lid slipped and struck the man's fingers. The man received medical treatment on 5-17-12 to receive stitches.

March 31, 2012 PA · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss POWERED HAULAGE
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck against a moving object

The man was tramming a personnel carrier on the travelway when he hit a rut causing the steering wheel to spin around and strike his hand. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only.

March 28, 2012 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

The man was rock dusting in a crosscut when a piece of roof rock fell between the roof bolts and struck the man on the hardhat and knee.

March 10, 2012 PA · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Caught in, under or between (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was pulling roof mats off of the supply scoop when he cut his finger on the edge of the mat. Report filed for medical treatment only.(Stitches)

March 6, 2012 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

The man was installing a roof bolt when a piece of roof rock fell from around the bolt and struck the man on the thigh.

2011 · 12 incidents

November 7, 2011 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
RoxCoal, Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

The man was placing his hand on the roof bolter when he slipped and struck his mouth against the base of the roof bolter canopy. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only(chipped tooth)

October 26, 2011 PA · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator STRIKING OR BUMPING
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck against stationary object

The man was walking up an entry when he struck his ear against a metal roof mat. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only (stitches)

October 20, 2011 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The man was bending a roof bolt as he was preparing to install it into the roof when he felt a pain in his lower back. The man continued to perform his normal work duties until 10-28-11 at which time he went on restricted duty status.

August 29, 2011 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was walking in the section when he stepped in a hole and twisted his knee.

August 26, 2011 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
RoxCoal, Inc. · Fall onto or against objects

The man was bending a roof bolt when he fell forward and struck his forehead against the ATRS system on the roof bolting machine. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only. (stitches)

August 19, 2011 PA · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by rolling or sliding object

The man was removing a piece of rock from the continuous miner with a rock pry bar when he struck his hand against the mine roof and lacerated his hand. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only(stitches)

August 2, 2011 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

The man was operating a personnel carrier on the outby travelway when a piece of roof scale fell and struck the man on the hardhat.

July 7, 2011 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

The man was changing drill steels at the roof bolter head when a piece of roof scale fell and struck the man on the right hand. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only (stitches)

March 21, 2011 PA · Coal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

While crossing the belt, the man stepped onto the bottom and twisted his ankle.

February 15, 2011 PA · Coal roof bolter helper, rock bolter helper, pinner helper FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

As the man began drilling the roof, a piece of roof scale fell and struck the man on the hand. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only.

February 11, 2011 PA · Coal examiner, fire boss, pre-shift examiner, mine examiner HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The man was shoveling coal onto the conveyor belt when he felt pain in his shoulder. The man continued to work his regular duties until 8-22-11 when he went on restricted duty status.

January 19, 2011 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The man was bending a roof bolt while pushing it into the roof when he felt a pain in his shoulder.

2010 · 2 incidents

April 9, 2010 PA · Coal greaser, grease man, oiler, lube man, dragline oiler HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck against stationary object

The man was tightening a shuttle car tire with a socket wrench. The wrench slipped off the bolt causing the man to strike his hand against the frame of the machine. Report filed for Medical Treatment Only.

February 23, 2010 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

While putting a box of resin on the roof bolter tray, a piece of roof rock fell and struck the man on the shoulder. The man continued to work at regular job duties until 3-4-10 at which time he reported off work.

2009 · 13 incidents

November 23, 2009 PA · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was cleaning rock off of the cont. miner when a piece fell and struck the EE on the foot behind the steel toe. Report filed for medical treatment only.

November 19, 2009 PA · Coal apprentice, trainee MACHINERY
RoxCoal, Inc. · Contact with hot objects or substances

The man was lying under a feeder burning with a torch when a piece of slag went into his ear. The man worked in regular job until 12-1-09 when he reported off.

November 10, 2009 PA · Coal roof bolter helper, rock bolter helper, pinner helper FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

Man was guiding the drill steel to the roof and a piece of scale fell and struck the man on the hand.

November 9, 2009 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The man was lifting crib blocks when he felt a pain in his back. Man worked until 11/17/09 at which time he reported off.

November 3, 2009 PA · Coal shuttle car operator, mantrip operator, ramcar operator, rail runner, buggy operator POWERED HAULAGE
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was tramming a shuttle car when the canopy struck a roof mat ripping the mat from the roof. The end of the mat came towards the operator's compartment lacerating the man's hand.

October 26, 2009 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

While spinning a roof bolt in the roof a piece of scale fell and struck man on the lip. Note: report filed for medical treatment only (stitch)

August 19, 2009 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The man was lifting the end of a cross bar when the other end fell off the pile causing the mans arm to jerk. NOTE: man continued to work regular duties until 9/17/09 when he reported off work.

August 3, 2009 PA · Coal roof bolter helper, rock bolter helper, pinner helper FALL OF ROOF OR BACK
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by falling object

Man was swinging boom out on roof bolter when a piece of roof rock fell between the roof, rib and ATRS and struck man on thigh.

June 5, 2009 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal, Inc. · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

The man was closing the scrubber compartment door on the continuous miner, when he pinched his finger between the door and the machine.

April 15, 2009 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
RoxCoal, Inc. · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was making a splice in a cable when the screwdriver slipped and lacerated his thumb. The man worked until 4-27-09 at which time he reported off.

March 17, 2009 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Elk Lick Energy Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

the man was installing a roof bolt near the rib. As he lower the head of the bolter, it struck his right thigh.

January 12, 2009 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
Elk Lick Energy Inc · Contact with hot objects or substances

The man was knocking a used drill bit off of a drill steel when the bit bounced off the canopy and down his shirt collar.

January 2, 2009 PA · Coal roof bolter helper, rock bolter helper, pinner helper MACHINERY
Elk Lick Energy Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was standing behind the roof bolter. When the cable reel was started, the cable struck the man on the leg and knocked him down.

2008 · 8 incidents

November 11, 2008 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Elk Lick Energy Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EE was bending a roof bolt when he slipped and felt a pain in his back. The man continued to work untill 11/20/08 at which time he reported off.

October 13, 2008 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
Elk Lick Energy Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The man was lifting an oil can and felt a pain in his back.

October 8, 2008 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator MACHINERY
Elk Lick Energy Inc · Struck by falling object

The continuous miner was loading into a shuttle car. A piece of rock bounced off the shuttle car and into the crosscut and struck the man on the leg. The man continued to work until 10/15/08 which was his first day of work.

August 7, 2008 PA · Coal continuous miner helper, coal mole helper, bridgeman HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Over-exertion in pulling or pushing objects

The EE was pilling miner cable when he felt a pain in his shoulder.

June 27, 2008 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) STRIKING OR BUMPING
RoxCoal Inc · Struck against stationary object

The man was walking up the Entry when he struck his back against a metal strap.

June 9, 2008 PA · Coal maintenance man, mechanic, repair/serviceman, boilermaker, fueler, tire tech, field service tech HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Struck by falling object

The man was lifting his tool box when it slipped out of his hand and struck him on the left middle finger.

May 13, 2008 PA · Coal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The man was lifting a roll of conveyor belt when he felt a pain in his right shoulder.

January 17, 2008 PA · Coal bull gang foreman, labor foreman, leadman, section foreman, shift boss HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The man was lifting belt structure when he felt pain in his lower back.

2007 · 9 incidents

October 22, 2007 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED)
RoxCoal Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

The man was trimming a shovel handle with a knife when the knife slipped and cut the man's left thumb. Report filed for medical treatment only-stitches.

October 16, 2007 PA · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

The man was lifting a piece of belt structure, when he felt a pain in his back.

September 6, 2007 PA · Coal draftsman, surveyor/transit work supervisor STRIKING OR BUMPING
RoxCoal Inc · Struck against stationary object

Man was walking through the equiment airlock door in #5 entry when he bumped his head against the door frame. Man continued to work until 10/3/07 at which time he reported off.

August 9, 2007 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) OTHER
RoxCoal Inc · Unclassified, insufficient data

Lump on knee; doesn't remember doing anything to injure knee; gradually getting worse. *Last day worked was 8-9-07.

August 8, 2007 PA · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler POWERED HAULAGE
RoxCoal Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

EE was sitting on same side as scoop operator, approx 50' outby scoop. Scoop operator made a pass to the face, during time EE moved to blind side of scoop. Scoop came around corner, ran over EE's foot.

July 20, 2007 PA · Coal front-end loader, scraper-loader operator, pan operator, payloader, scraper rig operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Struck by flying object

Checking outside belts: got dirt in right eye.

June 4, 2007 PA · Coal continuous miner helper, coal mole helper, bridgeman STRIKING OR BUMPING
RoxCoal Inc · Struck against stationary object

EE placed his right hand on the drill head for body support while observing roof conditions. His hand slipped, causing EE to strike gloved hand on drill head. Roof bolter not energized. EE continued to work regular duty until 6/13/07, at which time he went on restricted duty.

April 19, 2007 PA · Coal INUNDATION
RoxCoal Inc · Accident type, without injuries

While advancing a crosscut left off #4 entry of mecharized mining at #00-0 near survey station #1228 a 3" borehole was cut into. Mining operations ceased until the hole was plugged and a 103(R) order issued by MSHA was terminated. There were no injuries and no property damage. MSHA national hotline was notified.

March 8, 2007 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
RoxCoal Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured EE was holding onto drill steel with up pressure on head. He was attempting to drop head to change bit end. Steel broke in 2 pieces. Top part remained in roof & other part in drill head. Upward pressure abruptly raised to roof injuring thumb.

2006 · 4 incidents

September 14, 2006 PA · Coal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider POWERED HAULAGE
RoxCoal Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured empliyee was attempting to park mantrip in a charging station. Left front tire struck rib line, while attempting to back up from rib-steering wheel turned abruptly in oposite direction striking employee on ungloved hand.

August 16, 2006 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured employee was assisting witness named on report unsecuring portable rockduster. Tongue hitch was being blocked. Witness lost control of hitch, dropping same on injured's finger.

March 16, 2006 PA · Coal beltman, conveyor man, conveyor belt worker, mobile bridge carrierman, feeder operator, conveyor rider SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON
RoxCoal Inc · Fall to the walkway or working surface

EE states he slipped on sloped, wet bottom while carrying 50lb bag of rock dust, landing on right hip. No accident report filed, sought treatment on 3/30/06. Advised mine management 3/30/06.

February 6, 2006 PA · Coal laborer, bull gang, parts runner, roustabout, roof trimmer/scaler HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Over-exertion in lifting objects

Employee claims he felt hot flash in lumbar area while handling continous miner cable. Area where accident occured was four feet high slightly sloped to left, bottom was wet. Employee worked entire shift, did not report injury until arriving at residence two hours later

2005 · 7 incidents

November 3, 2005 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) MACHINERY
RoxCoal Inc · Struck by... (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS STRUCK ON HIS FACE BY DRILL STEEL THAT WAS STUCK IN DRILL HOLE. STEEL SUDDENLY DISLODGED, STRIKING EE & CAUSING A LACERATION TO HIS LEFT CHEEK, REQUIRING 7 SUTURES FOR CLOSURE.

October 8, 2005 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator MACHINERY
RoxCoal Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

INJURED PERSON WAS INSTALLING A RESIN GROUTED ROOF BOLT WHEN HE INADVERTENTLY PINCHED TWO FINGERS OF HIS LEFT HAND BETWEEN THE ROOF BOLT BEARING PLATE AND THE ROOF. HE SUSTAINED OPEN FRACTURES OF THE MIDDLE AND RING FINGERS ON HIS LEFT HAND WHICH WILL REQUIRE HIM TO LOSE TIME FROM WORK.

October 3, 2005 PA · Coal discontinued 1/31/2014. several other codes cover scoop car operator HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Over-exertion (Not Elsewhere Classified)

Injured person moved a pump from one working face area to another. That afternoon he reported having back pain from moving the pump. He later that same day also reported pain in left shoulder. He sustained a strain of low back and left shoulder.

September 22, 2005 PA · Coal roof bolter, rock bolter, pinner, mobile roof support operator (mrs) STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT
RoxCoal Inc · Rubbed or abraded

Employee had accumulations of rock in knee pads. On attempting to kneel down he states sharp pain felt in right knee. Area progressively became swollen, warm to touch over the following week. Sought treatment on 9-27-05.

July 11, 2005 PA · Coal driller operator OTHER
RoxCoal Inc · Bodily reaction, (Not Elsewhere Classified)

EMPLOYEE WAS WALKING IN AN ENTRY IN A BENT FORWARD POSITION. HE IS 6'3" TALL AND THE ENTRY IS 5'6" HIGH. HE FELT A SHARP PAIN IN LOWER BACK WHILE WALKING.

May 24, 2005 PA · Coal roof bolter helper, rock bolter helper, pinner helper HANDLING OF MATERIALS
RoxCoal Inc · Struck against stationary object

EMPLOYEE WAS ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE SUCTION HOSE FROM ROOF BOLTER DRILL HEAD. HOSE DISCONNECTED ABRUPTLY CAUSING EE'S LEFT HAND (UNGLOVED) TO STRIKE THE FRAME OF THE MACHINE.

May 9, 2005 PA · Coal continuous miner helper, coal mole helper, bridgeman MACHINERY
RoxCoal Inc · Caught in, under or between a moving and a stationary object

Continous Miner was tramming in reverse direction. Injured employee reached to move cable/h20 line from rear of machine. Finger was caught between miner and line post.