Key Takeaway

Chino Mine is a active surface mine producing Metal, located in Hanover, Grant County, NM. It has 6 violations on record (0 S&S) and $906 in proposed penalties. Operated by Southern Minerals Group.

Chino Mine

Active Surface Metal

Operator: Southern Minerals Group

Controller: Strategic Minerals PLC

Location: Hanover, Grant County, NM

Employees: 6

6
Violations
0
S&S Violations
1
Accidents
$906
Penalties

Recent Violations

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Date Section S&S Negligence Penalty
12/02/2025 50.30(a) Non-S&S LowNegligence $151
06/05/2025 47.41(a) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
01/22/2025 56.4101 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
01/22/2025 56.4130(a)(2) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
01/22/2025 56.4104(b) Non-S&S ModNegligence $151
01/22/2025 56.1000 Non-S&S ModNegligence $151

Accidents & Injuries

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Date Classification Injury Days Lost
10/10/2025 STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY 11d restricted

Inspections

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Begin End Hours Inspectors
12/01/2025 12/03/2025 11.50 1
09/24/2025 09/25/2025 16.75 1
06/05/2025 06/05/2025 7.75 1
01/21/2025 01/23/2025 22.00 1

Mine Details

MSHA Mine ID2902562
Mine TypeSurface
StatusActive
CommodityMetal
SIC DescriptionMagnetite
Employees6
Days/Week5.0
Hours/Shift10.0
Coordinates32.8416580, -108.0803930
Nearest TownHanover

Frequently Asked Questions

How many MSHA violations does Chino Mine have?

Chino Mine has 6 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $906.

What type of mine is Chino Mine?

Chino Mine is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Hanover, Grant County, NM. It currently has 6 employees.

Has anyone been injured or killed at Chino Mine?

According to MSHA records, Chino Mine has 1 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.

Who operates Chino Mine?

Chino Mine is operated by Southern Minerals Group and controlled by Strategic Minerals PLC. MSHA Mine ID: 2902562.