Key Takeaway
Equity Mine is a abandoned underground mine producing Metal, located in Creede, Mineral County, CO. It has 7 violations on record (0 S&S) and $700 in proposed penalties. Operated by Rio Grande Silver, Inc..
Equity Mine
Operator: Rio Grande Silver, Inc.
Controller: Hecla Mining Company
Location: Creede, Mineral County, CO
Recent Violations
View all 7 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/05/2012 | 57.12006 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $100 |
| 08/15/2012 | 57.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/15/2012 | 57.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 08/15/2012 | 62.120 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 02/16/2012 | 57.14100(d) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/12/2011 | 57.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 07/12/2011 | 57.14131(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 3 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/05/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/28/2012 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 2d restricted |
| 02/07/2012 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
Inspections
View all 8 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2014 | 01/22/2014 | 14.00 | 1 |
| 08/13/2013 | 08/13/2013 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 12/05/2012 | 12/06/2012 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 10/22/2012 | 10/23/2012 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 08/15/2012 | 08/17/2012 | 19.75 | 1 |
| 02/16/2012 | 02/17/2012 | 16.25 | 1 |
| 07/25/2011 | 07/25/2011 | 9.75 | 1 |
| 07/11/2011 | 07/12/2011 | 16.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Equity Mine have?
Equity Mine has 7 MSHA violations on record, of which 0 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $700.
What type of mine is Equity Mine?
Equity Mine is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Creede, Mineral County, CO. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Equity Mine?
According to MSHA records, Equity Mine has 3 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Equity Mine?
Equity Mine is operated by Rio Grande Silver, Inc. and controlled by Hecla Mining Company. MSHA Mine ID: 0504191.