Key Takeaway
Fernley Operations is a active surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Fernley, Churchill County, NV. It has 297 violations on record (61 S&S) and $124K in proposed penalties. Operated by U.S. Silica Company, LLC.
Fernley Operations
Operator: U.S. Silica Company, LLC
Controller: USS Holdings Inc
Location: Fernley, Churchill County, NV
Employees: 57
Recent Violations
View all 297 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/27/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 56.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 01/27/2026 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 04/21/2025 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 03/19/2024 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 08/04/2022 | 56.14130(g) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $133 |
| 08/04/2022 | 56.12016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $133 |
| 09/21/2021 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $125 |
| 09/21/2021 | 56.20003(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $237 |
| 03/23/2021 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $237 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 64 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/01/2023 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | None |
| 05/25/2022 | MACHINERY | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 13d restricted |
| 01/30/2019 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 12d lost, 69d restricted |
| 06/25/2018 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/18/2016 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 1d restricted |
| 07/18/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/10/2013 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 04/30/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 6d restricted |
| 04/29/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 16d restricted |
| 09/18/2012 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 112d lost |
Inspections
View all 85 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2026 | 02/19/2026 | 5.50 | 1 |
| 01/26/2026 | 01/28/2026 | 40.00 | 2 |
| 04/21/2025 | 04/22/2025 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 02/03/2025 | 02/10/2025 | 40.50 | 2 |
| 06/16/2024 | 06/17/2024 | 8.50 | 1 |
| 05/22/2024 | 05/22/2024 | 4.50 | 2 |
| 03/18/2024 | 03/20/2024 | 17.50 | 1 |
| 05/25/2023 | 05/26/2023 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 03/24/2023 | 03/26/2023 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 08/04/2022 | 08/05/2022 | 12.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Fernley Operations have?
Fernley Operations has 297 MSHA violations on record, of which 61 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $124K.
What type of mine is Fernley Operations?
Fernley Operations is a Surface mine producing Nonmetal, located in Fernley, Churchill County, NV. It currently has 57 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Fernley Operations?
According to MSHA records, Fernley Operations has 64 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Fernley Operations?
Fernley Operations is operated by U.S. Silica Company, LLC and controlled by USS Holdings Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 2601950.