云南镇雄县大营煤矿事故致4人死亡，年产能60万吨，今年10月曾受到两次行政处罚

Core Viewpoint - A coal and gas outburst accident occurred at the Daying Coal Mine in Zhenxiong County, Yunnan, resulting in 7 missing persons, with 4 confirmed dead and 3 still being searched for [3][8]. Company Overview - Daying Coal Mine Co., Ltd. was established in 2005 and primarily engages in coal mining and washing, with a registered and paid-in capital of 11 million RMB [3][8]. - The company is controlled by Yunnan Donghuang Coal Industry Group Co., Ltd. [3][8]. - The mine has a production capacity of 600,000 tons per year and operates through underground mining methods [3][8]. Regulatory and Safety Measures - In October 2023, Daying Coal Mine received two administrative penalties for failing to identify and eliminate safety hazards and for inadequate on-site safety management, resulting in a fine of 90,000 RMB [4][9]. - A notification issued on December 5, 2023, by the Yunnan Provincial Energy Bureau and the National Mine Safety Supervision Bureau emphasized the need for coal mines to strengthen safety measures and emergency response capabilities, particularly focusing on gas management [4][9]. - The notification outlined four control measures, including strict adherence to gas prevention regulations and prohibiting the resumption of operations for mines that do not meet safety standards [4][10]. Future Oversight - In March 2024, the National Mine Safety Supervision Bureau plans to conduct safety inspections for 60 mines in Yunnan, including Daying Coal Mine, before they can resume operations [5][10].