Key Takeaway
Aurora is a abandoned surface mine producing Metal, located in Hawthorne, Mineral County, NV. It has 137 violations on record (51 S&S) and $34K in proposed penalties. Operated by Klondex Aurora Mine Inc.
Aurora
Operator: Klondex Aurora Mine Inc
Controller: Hecla Mining Company
Location: Hawthorne, Mineral County, NV
Recent Violations
View all 137 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2019 | 56.15001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 07/14/2019 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 07/14/2019 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/05/2019 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $121 |
| 03/05/2019 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $181 |
| 07/10/2018 | 41.12 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $118 |
| 07/10/2018 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 07/10/2018 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 10/18/2017 | 56.20002(e) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/18/2017 | 56.15001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $188 |
| 10/18/2017 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 10/18/2017 | 48.31(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/03/2017 | 56.16012 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/02/2017 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/02/2017 | 48.23(a)(3) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $116 |
| 05/02/2017 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 01/17/2017 | 56.1000 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $116 |
| 07/24/2013 | 56.14100(a) | S&S | LowNegligence | $108 |
| 07/24/2013 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 03/26/2013 | 56.14100(d) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 37 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/13/2023 | POWERED HAULAGE | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 08/29/2019 | EXPLODING VESSELS UNDER PRESSURE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/25/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 01/12/2017 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/26/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 10/01/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 6d lost |
| 09/19/2012 | OTHER | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 09/02/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 204d restricted |
| 05/17/2012 | ELECTRICAL | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 04/03/2012 | NONPOWERED HAULAGE | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
Inspections
View all 41 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2020 | 07/08/2020 | 7.75 | 1 |
| 02/05/2020 | 02/05/2020 | 7.25 | 1 |
| 07/14/2019 | 07/15/2019 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 03/04/2019 | 03/07/2019 | 22.50 | 1 |
| 07/10/2018 | 07/11/2018 | 42.00 | 1 |
| 10/18/2017 | 10/19/2017 | 39.25 | 1 |
| 05/02/2017 | 05/03/2017 | 29.50 | 1 |
| 01/17/2017 | 01/17/2017 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 07/24/2013 | 07/24/2013 | 23.25 | 1 |
| 05/08/2013 | 05/08/2013 | 3.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Aurora have?
Aurora has 137 MSHA violations on record, of which 51 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $34K.
What type of mine is Aurora?
Aurora is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Hawthorne, Mineral County, NV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Aurora?
According to MSHA records, Aurora has 37 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Aurora?
Aurora is operated by Klondex Aurora Mine Inc and controlled by Hecla Mining Company. MSHA Mine ID: 2602235.