Key Takeaway
Copper Queen Branch is a active surface mine producing Metal, located in Bisbee, Cochise County, AZ. It has 60 violations on record (8 S&S) and $11K in proposed penalties. Operated by Freeport McMoRan Corporation.
Copper Queen Branch
Operator: Freeport McMoRan Corporation
Controller: Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Location: Bisbee, Cochise County, AZ
Employees: 10
Recent Violations
View all 60 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2024 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 08/01/2023 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 05/22/2018 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $177 |
| 11/28/2017 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $118 |
| 03/02/2017 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $173 |
| 03/02/2017 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 03/01/2017 | 56.4104(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $116 |
| 08/31/2016 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $114 |
| 12/03/2015 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/02/2015 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/02/2015 | 56.14101(a)(3) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/30/2015 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/29/2015 | 56.14101(a)(3) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,203 |
| 02/04/2015 | 56.4501 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/24/2014 | 56.11003 | S&S | ModNegligence | $634 |
| 04/24/2014 | 56.11003 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,412 |
| 10/23/2013 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/23/2013 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/23/2013 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/06/2013 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 14 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2022 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 45d lost, 3d restricted |
| 01/28/2015 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 9d lost |
| 10/24/2012 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 13d restricted |
| 07/12/2011 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 3d lost, 70d restricted |
| 06/14/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 8d lost, 4d restricted |
| 01/08/2011 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 45d lost, 4d restricted |
| 10/28/2010 | OTHER | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 07/29/2010 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/18/2010 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 03/15/2005 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 3d lost |
Inspections
View all 60 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2025 | 05/09/2025 | 13.75 | 1 |
| 11/26/2024 | 11/27/2024 | 15.75 | 1 |
| 06/25/2024 | 06/27/2024 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 03/06/2024 | 03/11/2024 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 07/31/2023 | 08/02/2023 | 25.00 | 1 |
| 02/16/2023 | 02/17/2023 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 09/29/2022 | 09/30/2022 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 04/19/2022 | 04/19/2022 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 11/08/2021 | 11/10/2021 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 08/10/2021 | 08/11/2021 | 19.00 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Copper Queen Branch have?
Copper Queen Branch has 60 MSHA violations on record, of which 8 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $11K.
What type of mine is Copper Queen Branch?
Copper Queen Branch is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Bisbee, Cochise County, AZ. It currently has 10 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Copper Queen Branch?
According to MSHA records, Copper Queen Branch has 14 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Copper Queen Branch?
Copper Queen Branch is operated by Freeport McMoRan Corporation and controlled by Freeport-McMoRan Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0201656.