Key Takeaway
GETCHELL MINE is a abandoned underground mine producing Metal, located in Golconda, Humboldt County, NV. It has 190 violations on record (34 S&S) and $242K in proposed penalties. Operated by Barrick Turquoise Ridge Incorporated.
GETCHELL MINE
Operator: Barrick Turquoise Ridge Incorporated
Controller: Barrick Gold Corp
Location: Golconda, Humboldt County, NV
Recent Violations
View all 190 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/17/2010 | 57.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $3,405 |
| 08/11/2010 | 57.14132(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $7,578 |
| 08/11/2010 | 57.3360 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $1,530 |
| 12/17/2009 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/17/2009 | 57.11001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
| 12/17/2009 | 48.11 | S&S | ModNegligence | $651 |
| 12/17/2009 | 57.18010 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/16/2009 | 57.18013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 12/16/2009 | 57.11051(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $585 |
| 12/16/2009 | 57.3360 | S&S | ModNegligence | $263 |
| 12/10/2009 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 04/16/2009 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/16/2009 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 11/22/2008 | 57.3200 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 05/06/2008 | 57.3200 | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,304 |
| 04/21/2008 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 04/21/2008 | 57.3360 | S&S | HighNegligence | $70,000 |
| 04/16/2008 | 57.11051(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/16/2008 | 57.12030 | S&S | ModNegligence | $873 |
| 04/16/2008 | 57.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $176 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 22 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 73d lost, 32d restricted |
| 04/21/2008 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 02/20/2008 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 39d restricted |
| 01/26/2008 | POWERED HAULAGE | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 10/29/2007 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 2d restricted |
| 08/28/2007 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 05/31/2007 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 05/20/2007 | STEPPING OR KNEELING ON OBJECT | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 8d restricted |
| 07/09/2006 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 06/21/2006 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 5d restricted |
Inspections
View all 68 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/11/2010 | 08/18/2010 | 53.50 | 2 |
| 01/05/2010 | 01/06/2010 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 12/16/2009 | 12/17/2009 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 12/10/2009 | 12/10/2009 | 1.50 | 1 |
| 06/10/2009 | 06/10/2009 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 12/02/2008 | 12/02/2008 | 5.00 | 1 |
| 11/22/2008 | 11/22/2008 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 06/23/2008 | 06/23/2008 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 05/20/2008 | 05/20/2008 | 2.75 | 1 |
| 05/06/2008 | 05/07/2008 | 31.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does GETCHELL MINE have?
GETCHELL MINE has 190 MSHA violations on record, of which 34 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $242K.
What type of mine is GETCHELL MINE?
GETCHELL MINE is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Golconda, Humboldt County, NV. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at GETCHELL MINE?
According to MSHA records, GETCHELL MINE has 22 reported accident/injury records and 3 fatalities on file.
Who operates GETCHELL MINE?
GETCHELL MINE is operated by Barrick Turquoise Ridge Incorporated and controlled by Barrick Gold Corp. MSHA Mine ID: 2602233.