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MSHA Internal Audit Reports, 2010 Region 6 -- Eastern Kentucky Table of Contents Pikeville, KY Field Office -- p 2
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JAN 2 'l 20t0
MEMORANDUM FOR: MICHAEL A. DAVIS Deputy Assistant Secretary for Mine Safety and Health Administration PETERJ.MONTALI Acting Director of Accountabilit:f)for Mine Safety and Health Administration
THROUGH:
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FROM:
ARLIE A. WEBB ~c:~r'f~~: ~· Accountability Specialist
(b) (6) (b) (6)
Introduction This memorandum summarizes the Office of Accountability audit of the subject field office and mine. Audit subjects included the Uniform Mine File, MSHA field activities, level of enforcement, Field Activity Reviews (FARs), Accompanied Activities (AAs), supervisory and managerial oversight, mine plans, and (b) (6) . The audit was conducted during the weeks (b) (6) . .by Arlie A. Webb. Positive findings and issues requiring attention are included in this audit report. · Overview The accountability specialist traveled to the subject field office and mine to observe and evaluate enforcement · and · · and mine (b) (6) conditions and practices. accompanied the accountability specialist. Areas of the mine examined during the audit included primary and secondary escapeways, numerous belt conveyors, lifelines and ERP supplies, communication systems, fire detection and fire fighting systems, record books, and surface areas. Selected pieces of underground equipment were also inspected. The audit revealed positive findings in several categories, including the following:
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1. District management had identified problem areas related to supervisory oversight and was already taking proactive measures prior to the audit. Field office supervisors had already been reassigned to other duties. 2. The supervisors, ADMs, and the DM visited numerous mines during the period covered by this audit. In addition, the newly assigned supervisor in the Pikeville field office made more than 10 mine visits in his first month in that position. 3. Inspection documentation indicates complete inspections. 4. An interview with the inspector revealed a thorough knowledge regarding proper evaluation of gravity, negligence, and number of persons affected, as well as the correct level of enforcement necessary to gain compliance. 5. The 104(d) tracking system is well maintained and easily understood. 6. The Uniform Mine Files have been upgraded and are in compliance with the new UMF handbook. · The audit also revealed several issues that require corrective actions, including the following: 1. Evaluations of gravity, negligence, number of persons affected, and the level of enforcement do not always appear consistent with inspection notes, the narrative portion of the citation, or MSHA policy. . 2. Field Activity Reviews and Accompanied Activities did not always identify and document deficiencies and there was no evidence of corrective actions or mentoring of inspectors. 3. On two occasions, spot inspections conducted under 103(i) of the Mine Act were conducted on three consecutive Mondays. On one occasion each, these inspections were made on three consecutive Tuesdays and three consecutive Wednesdays. At one mine, more than 43% of all103(i) spot inspections were conducted on Thursdays. Item 14 of the checklist lists the mine ID numbers and dates associated with this issue. 4. There was an excessive amount of time expended in the "other" category during inspections of surface facilities. S&S Rate Comparison Coal District 6 and the Pikeville field office S&S rates were above the national average for FY 2008. However, in FY 2009, the Pikeville field office rate dropped well below the district and national average.
Fiscal Year
Pikeville, Kentucky Field Office
Coal District 6
National
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Time and Activity Comparison As illustrated in the tables below, an analysis of inspector time distribution for FY 2009 revealed that Pikeville Work Group 02 expended an excessive amount of time. in the "other" category during E01 inspections of surface facilities. This adversely affected the percentage of time spent on-site. Both work groups were only slightly high in the "other" category during E-1 inspections of underground mines. Time Distribution: Travel WGOl 18.2% Other 13.5% Total On-Site 68.3% Citations Issued On-site 8.5% at Surface Facilities Citations Total Issued Percent Off-site >0.1% 100.0% 1 %
WG01 WG02
Time Distribution (Percent) - EOl Inspections at Surface Mines Citations Citations Total Total Other Issued Issued Travel On-Site Percent On-site Off-site 72.3% 14.1% 13.4% 6.9% 0.2% 100.0% 13.2% 14.7% 71.7% 6.7% 0.4% 100.0%
Audit Results The attached checklist addresses the findings of the audit. Positive issues as well as issues requiring action are covered in detail in the checklist.
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Attachments
A.
Office of Accountability Checklist with comments, recommendations and references Citations issued during this audit
B.
1. 2.
3. 4.
(b) (6)
5.
6.
7.
8. 9.
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75.360(£) 75.360(£) 75.1403 75.1403 75.400 75.1101-8(b) 75.807 75.400 75.1202 75.362(b)
C.
Enforcement actions with questionable evaluations
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of AccoWltability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office
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Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
1.
Evaluate supervisory review of inspection reports and documentation for accuracy and completeness.
Adequate
D
Inadequate
[KJ
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
See Attachment C
2. Adequate
Determine if supervisors address report deficiencies immediately
D
Inadequate
[KJ
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
There was no documentation in FARs to indicate that report deficiencies were being identified or addressed. See Item 4 below.
3. Adequate
Determine if supervisors are visiting each assigned mine at least annually
[K]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
4. Adequate
Evaluate the quality of Field Activity Review reports (FARs)
D
Inadequate
[K]
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
Of the twelve reviews examined during this audit, only one contained substantive comments. In general, comments on FARs were generic in nature, repetitive, and contained no constructive criticism, mentoring, or feedback to help the inspector improve. Although the interview with the new supervisor was very positive, he has been in place for only one month and has not yet had the opportunity to complete sufficient FARs to allow accurate determination of the quality of current reviews.
Note: No recommendation is necessary at this time since the issue is being addressed.
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability
(b) (6)
District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY Mine ID
6. Adequate
Evaluate the quality of Accompanied Inspections
D
Inadequate
[KJ
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Of the twelve reviews examined during this audit, only one contained substantive comments. In several instances, the supervisor had used the forms for FARs to record results of Accompanied Activities as well. In general, documentation of AAs was generic in nature and contained no constructive criticism or evidence of mentoring by the supervisor. However, the quality of accompanied inspections has improved dramatically since district management replaced the field office supervisor for this work group. Although the new supervisor has been in place for only one month, he has already conducted at least 10 mine visits with his inspectors, traveling step-for-step with them as they inspect. Although the audit revealed that a problem existed during the time period audited, proactive steps were already being taken by district management prior to this audit.
Note: No recommendation is necessary at this time since the issue is being addressed.
7. Adequate
Determine if supervisors are thoroughly reviewing mine files at least annually
[XI
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
11.
Adequate
Determine if ADMs and DMs are visiting mines with poor compliance at least monthly
[XI
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Interviews revealed that District Managers and Assistant District Managers are using inspection data, NFDL rates, and violation data to identify mines with poor compliance, and are visiting those mines. Managers are also visiting mines where data indicates the level of enforcement may not be consistent with the nature of violations being cited.
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
13.
Evaluate the location, workload, and availability of specialists (roof control, ventilation, electrical, etc.) within the district Comments Below Adequate [RJ Inadequate Not Applicable
D
D
14. Adequate
Evaluate supervisory and management review of 103(i) (spot inspection) tracking system for compliance with time frames
D
Inadequate
[R]
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Although E02 inspections conducted by Pikeville Field Office personnel appear to be thorough, several discrepancies were noted. On four separate occasions at one spot inspections were made on the same day of the week three consecutive 'tA 7"''"~.-" (Monday, 11/24/ 2008, Monday, 12/01/2008, Monday, 12/08/2008) (VVednesday,02/11/2009,VVednesday,02/18/2009, VVednesday,02/25/2009) (Monday,04/20/2009,Monday,04/27/2009,Monday,05/04/2009) (Tuesday,OS/19/2009, Tuesday,OS/26/2009, Tuesday,06/02/2009) Over 43% of the 103(i) Spot inspections conducted at another conducted on Thursdays.
(b) (6) (b) (6)
were
Recommendation -103(i) spot inspections must be conducted in accordance with the Mine Act and MSHA policy. Time frames and the requirement that inspections be conducted at irregular intervals must be met. Reference - Section 103(i) of the Mine Act Note- This issue is currently being addressed by district management and the recently installed eld o ce su ervisor.
15. Adequate
Determine if supervisors and managers are ensuring that 103(i) inspections are not combined with any other type of inspection
[R]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY Mine ID
(b) (6)
17.
Determine if supervisors are monitoring inspector time and activity documentation to ensure proper use of time by inspector []] Inadequate
Adequate
D
Not Applicable
I
Comments Below
The current supervisor, who had been in place for approximately one month prior to this audit, maintains a tracking system to ensure that inspectors are properly utilizing inspection time.
18. Adequate
Determine if Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)' are in place, current, and in compliance with MSHA policies and procedures
I]]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
20.
Determine if supervisors are adequately evaluating the level of enforcement by visiting each producing mine
Adequate
D
Inadequate []]
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
The District Manager had already identified problems related to supervisory oversight and levels of enforcement prior to this audit. Proactive measures were already in place and the previous field office supervisors had already been reassigned to other duties.
Note: No recommendation is necessary at this time since the issue is being addressed.
23.
Determine if second level reviews and Peer Reviews are used to assess supervisory review of enforcement actions
Adequate
[K]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office
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Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
25.
Adequate
Evaluate inspector/ specialist knowledge of documentation required and process for completing PKW Forms.
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
26.
Adequate
Evaluate the district's process for performing Possible Knowing/Willful (PKW) reviews and initiating or denying special investigations
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
30. Adequate
Determine if inspection notes, air samples, rock dust samples, and tracking map/ diagram support the inspector's assertion that the mine was inspected in its entirety
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
31.
Determine that the inspector spent sufficient time on off-shifts and on weekends
Adequate
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
During the past two inspection quarters, inspectors expended a total of 118.50 hours underground on off-shifts, which appears adequate to observe working conditions and practices on those shifts. Time spent underground on Saturdays appears adequate as well, with 76 hours expended during the past 2 inspection quarters. However, time spent underground on Sundays appeared to be lacking, with only 3.5 hours recorded.
32.
Determine if the SCSR inventory database has been implemented to track inspections of SCSRs
Adequate
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Deparbnent of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office
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Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
34.
Determine if all mine record books, postings, and other required materials are examined during the inspection
Adequate
[K]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
35. Adequate
Determine if all provisions of the MINER Act are evaluated during the inspection
[K]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
36. Adequate
Determine if the amount of time expended on each inspection activity and area of the mine is sufficient to accomplish inspection goals
[K]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
37. Adequate
Evaluate each citation/ order/ safeguard for inspector's determination of gravity, negligence, number of persons affected, and the level of enforcement
D
Inadequate
[K]
Not Applicabl.e
D
Comments Below
issued prior to the District Manager vere not properly evaluated for gravity, negligence, number of persons affected, and level of enforcement (See Attachment C).
(b) (6)
A review of more recent enforcement activities revealed that current supervisory oversight and mentoring of inspectors has improved.
Note - This issue is being addressed and no recommendation is necessary.
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office
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Pikeville, KY
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Mine ID
(b) (6)
38.
Accompany and evaluate inspector's imminent danger run
Adequate
0
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
39.
Check adequacy of preshift/ onshift examinations
Adequate
0
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
40. Adequate
Evaluate inspector's observation of roof conditions. Is a copy of the currently approved roof control plan maintained on the section?
0
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
41. Adequate
Evaluate operator's workplace examinations
D
Inadequate
0
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
The operator failed to conduct adequate examinations of belt conveyor systems and was cited by the inspector.
42.
Evaluate conditions on working section and observe work cycle
Adequate
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office
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Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
43.
Observe air quantity, quality, and gas checks by inspector
Adequate
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
44. Adequate
Determine adequacy of Emergency Response Plan training (interview miners)
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Miners were interviewed and exhibited a thorough knowledge of the ERP.
Determine adequacy of training regarding roof, ventilation, and other plans 45. (interview miners). Do inspection notes document evaluation of this type training? Inadequate Not Applicable Comments Below Adequate [KJ
D
D
Interviews with miners indicated that miners were well trained in all aspects of approved plans.
46. Adequate
Evaluate Self-Contained, Self-Rescuer condition, storage, signage
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
47. Adequate
Determine if the mine operator has conducted SCSR donning expectation training and if the inspector has observed and evaluated the training
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
During the audit, numerous miners were interviewed regarding SCSR training. All persons interviewed exhibited detailed knowledge of the function, maintenance, and use of SCSRs.
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office
Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
50. Adequate
Examine lifelines, mandoors, and related signage
[KJ
Inadequate
0
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
Lifelines, personnel doors and related signage were well maintained in areas examined from the intake shaft to just inby the No. 4 belt drive.
51. Adequate
Examine escapeway map for compliance with regulations
[KJ
Inadequate
0
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
Escapeway map in mine office was found to be accurate and up to date.
52. Adequate
Evaluate integrity of primary and alternate escapeways
[KJ
Inadequate
0
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
Primary escapeway integrity was examined in areas adjacent to main intake adjacent to Nos. 1, 2, 3 and 4 beltlines, and areas around the main intake shaft.
53. Adequate
Evaluate integrity of return side stopping line
[KJ
Inadequate
0
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
Return side stoppings along the Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 belt conveyor entries were well constructed.
55. Adequate
Evaluate conveyor belt isolation from other air courses
[KJ
Inadequate
0
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
Belt conveyor entries for the Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 belt conveyors were isolated from other air courses.
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY Mine ID
(b) (6)
J
56.
Evaluate fire valves and hoses (condition, compatibility of fittings, pressure test)
Adequate
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Fire valves were observed at numerous locations along the Nos. 3, 4, and 5 belt conveyors. Two fire valves and associated hoses and nozzles were selected at random and pressure tested, with excellent results.
57. Adequate
Observe and evaluate fire detection methods
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
59. Adequate
Evaluate condition of conveyor belt drives, and fire suppression systems
D
Inadequate
[KJ
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
The inspector observed and properly cited belt conveyors and drives that were not being maintained. Citations are included in Attachment B. Although the company failed to properly maintain conditions and equipment associated with belt conveyors, the District Manager took proactive measures based upon the inspector's observations. The District Manager immediately implemented a "belt saturation" inspection at the subject mine. When the results of that inspection indicated that poor conditions in belt conveyor entries might be systemic, the District Manager initiated the same type of inspections at all of that company's active mines within the district. Inspections of belt conveyor entries at 8 additional mines operated by the same company resulted in 91 citations and orders being issued.
Note - Due to the ongoing, proactive measures being taken by the district, no recommendations are necessary.
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist 6 Field Office
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Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
61. Adequate
Examine mine map for accuracy of workings and escapeway locations
[K}
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
·comments Below
62. Adequate
Examine mine bulletin board and evaluate adequacy of all required postings
[K}
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
63.
Interview responsible person(s) and evaluate knowledge of emergency response, evacuation procedures, and fire fighting processes
Adequate
[K]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
66. Adequate
Determine if districts are conducting sufficient, in-depth Peer Reviews
[K]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
67.
Determine if MSHA headquarters is conducting sufficient, in-depth Peer Reviews
Adequate
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
68 . Adequate
Determine if Peer Reviews identify root causes of deficiencies, corrective actions, set time lines for corrections, and identify a method for accurately measuring the success or failure of corrective actions.
[K}
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist 6 Field Office
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Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
Determine if Peer Reviews include a visit to the mine, and include 70. observation of the producing section, conveyor belt entries, escapeways and the ERP provisions Inadequate Not Applicable Comments Below Adequate [RJ
D
D
Determine if Peer Reviews accurately reflect and evaluate MSHA activities at 71. all types of mining (underground/ surface/ surface facilities) within the district Adequate [RJ Inadequate Not Applicable Comments Below
D
D
72.
Determine if approved plans and the Uniform Mine File books are addressed during each Peer Review
Adequate
0
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
73. Adequate
Evaluate the approved roof control plan after in-mine visit
0
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
74. Adequate
Evaluate approved ventilation plan after in-mine visit
[RJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
75. Adequate
Evaluate approved training plan after discussion with miners
[RJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY Mine ID
(b) (6)
77.
Adequate
Evaluate the two most current completed E01 (regular) inspection reports (two quarters)
0
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Inspection reports, documentation and tracking maps indicate that complete inspections are being conducted.
78. Adequate
Ten most current completed E02 (1P3(i) spot) inspection reports
0
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
With the exception of issues mentioned in Item 14 above, 103(i) inspections conducted by Pikeville field office personnel appear to be in compliance with applicable policies.
79. Adequate
Citations, orders, and safeguards issued during previous two quarters
D
Inadequate
0
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment C contains examples of citations where the level of enforcement, S&S determination, likelihood of occurrence, number of persons affected, or negligence determinations do not appear consistent with the inspector's notes or the narrative portion of the citation cited.
Recommendation - Supervisors and managers should ensure that inspection personnel are properly documenting and evaluating the degree ofgravity, exposure to the hazard, and the mine operator's negligence. Reference - Citation and Order Writing Handbook for Coal and M-NM Mines (PHOB-I-1), Chapter 4 - Citations and Orders Note: This issue had been identified and was being addressed by district management at the time of this audit. Changes in supervisory personnel had been made approximately 30 day prior to this audit.
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY Mine ID
(b) (6)
80. Adequate
Determine if 104(d) tracking system is in place at the office being audited, and is being kept up to date
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
81. Adequate
Determine if all plans and documents in the Uniform Mine File are legible, and up to date
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
85. Adequate
Determine if miners are adequately trained in the provisions of any new plan prior to its implementation
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Interviews revealed that safety talks are held following plan changes or revisions. Miner's familiarity with plan content indicates this training is adequate.
87. Adequate
Determine if district management reviewed the final version of all approved plans
[KJ
·Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
92. Adequate
Determine if a copy of the most recent plan is provided for inclusion in the Uniform Mine file
[KJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Disl 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY Mine ID
(b) (6)
94. Adequate
Determine if required information is submitted in the plan
[K]
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
98. Adequate
Determine if proposed plans are evaluated for provisions contrary to standards or regulations
[Kj
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
99. Adequate
Determine if the uhiform mine file is reviewed for information related to plan adequacy
[Kj
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
100. Adequate
Determine if all plan approval groups communicate to prevent conflicting elements of plans
[Kj
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
0
Comments Below
101. Adequate
Determine if technical specialists conduct on-site, in-mine reviews as necessary, prior to plan approval
[Kj
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Deparhnent of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office
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Pikeville, KY
I Mine ID
(b) (6)
102. Adequate
Determine if input is solicited from field office inspectors/ supervisors, and recommendations are addressed prior to approval
[]J
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
The plan approval group (Technical Division) discusses proposed plan revisions with the inspector and supervisor assigned to that mine. Input and comments from inspectors and supervisors are documented on a plan transmittal sheet. The transmittal sheet, which is filed with the plan, accompanies the plan throughout the approval/ disapproval process.
107. Adequate
Determine if the overall violation history, plan compliance history, accident and injury reports were considered during plan review
[]J
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
108. Adequate
Determine if projected mining relative to overlying, underlying, and adjacent workings was checked
[]J
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
113. Adequate
Determine if all affected plans were compared (such as ventilation, training, roof control, etc.) to eliminate conflicts prior to approval of a plan
[]J
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
114. Adequate
Determine if spreadsheets and/ or databases provided for tracking of mine visits by supervisors and managers is kept up to date
[]J
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY Mine ID
(b) (6)
115.
Evaluate the effectiveness of management's support of, and cpmmunication with, inspectors and specialists []] Inadequate
Adequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
117.
Are MSHA Forms 7000-1 accurately reviewed for proper information and potential violations, unsafe practices, or conditions? []] Inadequate
Adequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
118.
Determine if inspectors have sufficient equipment and supplies to conduct thorough inspections.
Adequate
D
Inadequate []]
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Interviews with inspection personnel, electrical specialists and supply personnel indicate that radial type feeler gauges are not available for use during permissibility checks. Radial type feeler gauges are used to check diametrical clearances around switch shafts, push rods, and other circular shaped components on underground equipment during permissibility examinations.
Radial type feeler gauges slwuld be provided for electrical supervisors and electrical specialists. The District is ordering the gauges to supply all electrical specialists with this equipment. Reference - CMS&H Electrical Inspection Procedures (PH93-V-7), Chapter 3 - Pennissible Electrical Equipment
119.
Determine if adequate close-out conferences are being conducted at the end of each inspection. []] Inadequate
Adequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Deparbnent of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability
District
Coal Dist 6
Field Office
Pikeville, KY
Mine 1D
(b) (6)
121. Adequate
Determine if manpower at the field office is sufficient to ensure adequate, complete inspections, investigations, and other activities.
IXJ
Inadequate
D
Not Applicable
D
Comments Below
Attachment A
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United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability
(b) (6)
District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY MineiD
Mine Citation/Order (b) (6) (b) (6)
Mine Safety and Health Administration (b) (6) (b) (6)
u.s. Department of Labor
THE METHANE AND OXYGEN READINGS WERE NOT RECORDED IN THE PRE-SHIFT EXAM BOOK AS REQUIRED ON 11-6-09.
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See CCn1kultlon Form (MSifA Form 71J00.3a)
C. Palt/Sec:tion ~ Tdle30Cf'R
0
75.360(1)
10. Gmtty. A. Injury or Illness (has) (Is): No Ukelhood i!2J Unlikely 0 Reasonably Ukely 0 B. Injury or I ' - could.rea. Nol.olltWOikdayalit'J Lost Workdays Or Restricted Duty sonab!y be expec!!d to be:
Highly Ukely
0
0
C. Signillcant and Subetanliat 11. Negligence (clleck one) 12. Type of Ac11on
14. 11111181 Action Cllllllon 0
Yea
0
No
lit'l
c. Moder8t8 0
. E. Citation/
Order Number
D. High
I
Permanently Disabling
0
Fatal
0
0 . Number of Petaone All'ed8cl:
E. Rec:klesa Dla18g81d
008
A. Nona 0
0
C. Safeguard
B. Low lit'J
0
Order 0
0
Mo Da Yr
104(a)
B. Order
Citation
lit'l
Sdlguanl 0
Wrlllan Notice 0
A.
0
D. Wria.n Notice
0
F. Daled
15. ANa or Equlpnwlt
18. Tennlnatlon Due
lA. ~ Yr (b) (6)
IB. Tllllll (2o4 Hr. Clock)
-
(b) (6)
I
5ec11Dniii-T..,.__,
17. Ac11011toTerrnlnallll
THE METHANE AND OXYGEN READINGS HAVE NOW BEEN RECORDED IN THE (b) (6) (b) (6)
RECORD BOOK. (b) (6)
(b) (6)
(b) (6)
Attachment B
23
United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability
(b) (6)
District Coal Dist. 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY
MinelD
Mine Citation/Order
U.S. Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration
(b) (6) (b) (6) (b) (6)
(b) (6)
OF THE CONVEYOR BELT PRESHIFT EXAMINATION WAS NOT RECORDED ON 11-
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I
See Contlnuallcn FCIIIII (MSHA FCIIIII ~)
0
c. Tdle30CFR of PartiSecllon
Reasonably Likely
75.360(t)
10. Gravity: A. Injury or 11'- (has) (Ia): No Llke6hood 0 B. lnjUJy or 81,_ could ,.. No Lost Workdays SOI!!!bJy be expecled ID be:
C. Slgnillcllnt and Substanliat
Unlikely
!ill
0
lilJ
Highly Ukely
0 0
FataiO
001
0
Lost Workdays Or Reslrlc!ed Duty
YasO
A. None
No
!ill
I
~nently Disabling
D. Number of Pel8olll Affected:
E. Recldesa Dlsnlpnl
11. Negligence (c:hal:k one)
12. Type of Action 14. Initial Acllon A. Cblion
0
B. law
0
C.ModerD
!ill
D. High
0
Order 0
0
MoDe Yr
104(a)
B. Order
13. Type of Issuance (check one)
Cllallon lii!J
Safeguard
0
Wrillln Notice 0
0
0
C. Safeguanl
0
D. Wri1len Notice
0
E. CHationl Order Number
F. Dated
15. ANa or EquiprMnt
18. Tenninatian Due
lA. Datil
1111111 (b) (6)
B. Tllllll (24 Hr. Clock)
•(b) (6) .__._I_ _ _ __
SecCfon ~T-Action 17. Action ID Tenninale
MoDa Yr
I
B. Tune (24 Hr. Clock
(b) (6) (b) (6) (b) (6)
Attachment B
24
United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability District Coal Dist 6 Field Office Pikeville, KY
MineiD
(b) (6)
Mine Citation/Order
u.s. DeDUtment of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration
(b) (6) (b) (6) (b) (6)
(b) (6)
THE SANDING DEVICES PROVIDED FOR THE BROOKVILLE DIESEL MANBUS SN. 7900 ARE IN-OPERATIVE. THE MAIN LINE TRACK CONSIST OF MANY STEEP GRADES AND .WET CONDITIONS.
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I
See Contln- Form (MSHA Falm 70~
0
c.Tllle 30 CFR of PattiSec:lion
Reaonllbly Likely ~ill
75.1403
10. Gtavlly: A. Injury or 11'- {has) (Is):
No Lilu!llhood
0
Unlikely
0
Highly Likely
0
Occurred
0
Fatal
B. Injury or mr- could ,.. 8C!!!8b!y be upec!!d to be: C. Slgnlticllnt and SUbstantial:
11. Negllgera (chedt or.) 12. Type of Action 14. lnillaiAclion
No L.o8t Wotlcdaya
0 0 0
Lost Worlcdaya Or Rellrlclad Duty ~ill
Pennanenlly Disabling
0
0
No
A.~O
B. Low
c. Moderatll
0
~ill
D. High
Cltllllon ~ill
0
0R1er 0
E. Reclcless DiMigllll
Sar.guanl
0
104(a)
8. Older
13. Type oflsau- (c:hedl-)
0
Wrilllln Nollce 0
A. Cllllllon 0
0
C. Set'eguard lil] D. Wrilfll!ln Notice
E. Citation/ Order Number
4014024
15. AIM or Equljlmert
16. Termination Due
~I~T~~
17. Ac11an to Termlnalll
IA.~ Is. (b) (6)
Time (24 Hr. Clock,)
(b) (6) -~
~~--------------------_.------------------------------
THE SANDERS ARE NOW FUNCTIONING AS REQUIRED.
(b) (6) (b) (6) (b) (6)
(b) (6)
(b) (6)
Attachment B
25
United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability
District
Coal Dist 6
Field Office
Pikeville, KY
MineiD
(b) (6)
Mine Cilation/Order
u.s. DeDIIrtment of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration
(b) (6) (b) (6) (b) (6)
(b) (6)
WATER HAS ACCUMULATED OVER THE MAIN LINE TRACK AT BREAK 17 AND BETWEEN BREAK 18 AND 19. THE ACCUMULATIONS ARE UP TO 2 INCHES OVER THE BALL OF THE TRACK RAIL FOR A TOTAL DISTANCE OF 30 FEET. THIS MAIN LINE TRACK CONSIST OF MANY STEEP GRADES ALONG THE TRACK ENTRY.
.
I
c. Tdle30CFR ~ PariiSeclion
75.1403
10. Gravity. A. lnjuty or tnn.a (lla) (IS): B. Injury or ,._could ru!OII!b!y be to be:
No Ukalhoocf
0
No
Unllkaly
0
R-..bly l..bly
!ill
Ocam1lcl
0
Falal
8!9!!C!ed
No loll WO!IIdllya
Yea
0 0
0
Loat Workdays Or Rlllltlictad Duty
!ill
c. SlgnJftcant anct Sullalanllal:
11. Negligence (c:hec* - )
!ill
I Number~
D.
Pennanently DilabUng
0
0
Pe- Affllcllld:
008
A. None
0
lilJ
B. Low
c. Maclenile !ill
E. Cllllionl Order Number
D. Hlgh
Cbtion !ill
0
Order 0
E. Rec:kleaa OllniQard
Safeguard
0
12. type of Action
14. lnllllll Adlon
104(a)
B. Order
13. Type of luuance (c:hec:k one)
C. Safllguard D. Wlfi!Bn Notice
0
wntt.n Notice 0
A. ClatiDn
0
0
0
7368041
15. Alu or Equipment
16. TermilllioROut
'A.
~~T~~
17. Adlon to Tennlnale
._--------------------~-----------------------------THE WATER HAS NOW BEEN REMOVED FROM THE MAIN LINE TRACK IN THE AFFECTED .AREA.
om_,
(b) (6) (b) (6)
a. 11me 12-4 Hr. Clock)
(b) (6) ~
(b) (6) (b) (6) (b) (6)
(b) (6)
Attachment B
26
United States Department of Labor Mine Safety and Health Administration Office of Accountability
District
Coal Dist 6
Field Office
Pikeville, KY
MinerD
(b) (6)
Mine Citation/Order
Mine Safety and Health Administration
u.s. Department of Labor
(b) (6) (b) (6) (b) (6) (b) (6)
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL IS PRESENT AT THE CO. NO. 4 HEAD DRIVE, TAKE-UP UNIT, AND BELT CONVEYOR. THE LOOSE COAL, AND COAL DUST HAS BEEN DEPOSITED OVER PREVIOUSLY ROCK DUSTED SURFACES. THE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL IS PACKED UNDERNEATH THE TAKE-UP UNIT UP TO THE HEAD DRIVE FOR A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 30 FEET AND IS 7 1/2 FOOT WIDE AND 6 INCHES DEEP. THE FRAME OF THE TAKE-UP UNIT IS BURIED IN THE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL AND THE TRAVEL DOLLY ROLLER AND BOTTOM BELT ARE TURNING IN THE ACCUMULATIONS. THE BELT LINE HAS ACCUMULATIONS OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL FOR A DISTANCE OF 2850 FEET UP TO 2 FEET IN DEPTH. THE BELT STRUCTURE HAS RUB MARKS INDICATING THAT THE BELT IS CREATING HEAT SOURCES. THE AREA INSIDE THE TAKE-UP UNIT IS DRY AND BLACK IN COLOR AND THE CONVEYOR BELT LINE IS DRY TO DAMP AND GREY TO BLACK IN COLOR. THIS CONDITION IS EXTENSIVE AND HAS EXISTED FOR SOMETIME. See~ Fonn(MSHA Fann 7lJOCI.llll) !it! C. Part/Sec:llan af 9. VIOlation A. Health 0 B. Sec:llon . Tille 30 CFR 75.400 s:~ otAct
I _
I _
I
10. Gravity:
A. ,....., or ta.- (liM) {Ia):
B. lniiiiY or illlwa could reasonably be expecl!!d Ill be:
No Ucetlhood
0
Unlikely
0
Highly Ukely
0
Oc:cu1111d
0
Fatal
No Loll WO!kdays
0 0
c. Moderlbl 0
E. Clfatlcml
Older Number
11100
11. Negllgenc:e (check ON)
Io.
D. High
Pennalllllltly DINbllng
0
lit!
Number al...._ Alfedld:
001
A. None
0
0
Ill.-
litJ
E. Recldess Dingllld
0
MoDa
12. T~ of Acllon 14. Initial Actlan A. Cllallon 0
15. Ar8ll
104(d)(l)
B. Onler
13. 'tyPe ollsauance (c:hedo; ON)
D. Writlen Notice
0
C. SDgullld
0
F. Dldld
Yr
or E~nt
18. Termination
(b) (6)
a Tme (24 Hr. Clock)
(b) (6)
17. .Ac11on Ill Tennlnal8
MoDa
Yr
Ia
Time (24 Hr.
era
(b) (6)
-
(b) (6)
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--llldenll_..,
(b) (6)
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