Key Takeaway
Chino Mines Co Mine is a active surface mine producing Metal, located in Hurley, Grant County, NM. It has 1,454 violations on record (311 S&S) and $899K in proposed penalties. Operated by Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company.
Chino Mines Co Mine
Operator: Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company
Controller: Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Location: Hurley, Grant County, NM
Employees: 322
Recent Violations
View all 1,454 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2026 | 56.9300(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $4,383 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 01/21/2026 | 56.14132(b)(2) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,968 |
| 01/20/2026 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.12065 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/13/2026 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/13/2026 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/13/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/13/2026 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,037 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/06/2026 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 01/05/2026 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 01/05/2026 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $465 |
| 12/29/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $1,219 |
| 12/29/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 12/29/2025 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
| 12/29/2025 | 56.12030 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $959 |
| 12/29/2025 | 56.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,219 |
| 12/29/2025 | 56.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $366 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 552 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/05/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 02/01/2026 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 11/18/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 11/01/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 10/23/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 48d lost |
| 10/17/2025 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 12d restricted |
| 09/27/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 12d restricted |
| 09/17/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 30d lost |
| 09/12/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 08/14/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 25d lost, 26d restricted |
Inspections
View all 162 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/05/2026 | 01/12/2026 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 12/28/2025 | 01/26/2026 | 227.75 | 3 |
| 08/12/2025 | 08/13/2025 | 15.25 | 1 |
| 06/24/2025 | 06/26/2025 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 06/23/2025 | 06/26/2025 | 15.00 | 1 |
| 05/12/2025 | 06/04/2025 | 273.25 | 2 |
| 03/12/2025 | 03/17/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 03/12/2025 | 03/17/2025 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 02/10/2025 | 02/26/2025 | 178.50 | 2 |
| 01/23/2025 | 01/23/2025 | 9.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Chino Mines Co Mine have?
Chino Mines Co Mine has 1454 MSHA violations on record, of which 311 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $899K.
What type of mine is Chino Mines Co Mine?
Chino Mines Co Mine is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Hurley, Grant County, NM. It currently has 322 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Chino Mines Co Mine?
According to MSHA records, Chino Mines Co Mine has 552 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Chino Mines Co Mine?
Chino Mines Co Mine is operated by Freeport-McMoRan Chino Mines Company and controlled by Freeport-McMoRan Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2900708.