Key Takeaway
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc is a active surface mine producing Metal, located in Safford, Graham County, AZ. It has 962 violations on record (175 S&S) and $688K in proposed penalties. Operated by Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc.
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc
Operator: Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc
Controller: Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Location: Safford, Graham County, AZ
Employees: 1,071
Recent Violations
View all 962 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | 56.12028 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,550 |
| 12/22/2025 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 12/18/2025 | 56.20003(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/17/2025 | 56.3200 | S&S | HighNegligence | $0 |
| 12/16/2025 | 56.15006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 12/16/2025 | 56.16012 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.14100(c) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $398 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/10/2025 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $267 |
| 12/09/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/04/2025 | 56.18002(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $883 |
| 12/04/2025 | 57.4104(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $883 |
| 12/04/2025 | 56.4130(b) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $883 |
| 12/04/2025 | 56.4102 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $883 |
| 12/04/2025 | 56.11012 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $883 |
| 12/04/2025 | 56.18002(a)(1) | S&S | HighNegligence | $6,540 |
| 12/03/2025 | 56.11003 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/03/2025 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 12/03/2025 | 56.14112(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 468 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/16/2026 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 02/10/2026 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 02/10/2026 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 2d lost |
| 01/08/2026 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 12/22/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 33d restricted |
| 12/16/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 14d lost, 10d restricted |
| 12/08/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 17d restricted |
| 11/03/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 4d restricted |
| 11/03/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 10/28/2025 | MACHINERY | PERM TOT OR PERM PRTL DISABLTY | 7d lost, 48d restricted |
Inspections
View all 120 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/01/2025 | 12/23/2025 | 279.25 | 2 |
| 09/10/2025 | 09/15/2025 | 30.75 | 1 |
| 07/28/2025 | 07/28/2025 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 07/21/2025 | 08/07/2025 | 394.00 | 4 |
| 03/03/2025 | 03/20/2025 | 319.25 | 4 |
| 12/16/2024 | 12/17/2024 | 10.25 | 1 |
| 12/10/2024 | 12/10/2024 | 7.50 | 1 |
| 12/09/2024 | 12/10/2024 | 4.50 | 1 |
| 12/02/2024 | 12/03/2024 | 14.75 | 1 |
| 06/24/2024 | 07/19/2024 | 251.50 | 3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc have?
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc has 962 MSHA violations on record, of which 175 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $688K.
What type of mine is Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc?
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Safford, Graham County, AZ. It currently has 1071 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc?
According to MSHA records, Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc has 468 reported accident/injury records and 2 fatalities on file.
Who operates Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc?
Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc is operated by Freeport-McMoRan Safford Inc and controlled by Freeport-McMoRan Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0203131.