Key Takeaway
HJ HOVE is a active surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Indio, Riverside County, CA. It has 245 violations on record (58 S&S) and $235K in proposed penalties. Operated by HI-GRADE MATERIALS CO..
HJ HOVE
Operator: HI-GRADE MATERIALS CO.
Controller: Robar Enterprises Inc
Location: Indio, Riverside County, CA
Employees: 19
Recent Violations
View all 245 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $398 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.12030 | S&S | LowNegligence | $883 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 01/14/2026 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $177 |
| 10/16/2025 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $245 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.14205 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 06/10/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $883 |
| 11/20/2024 | 46.9(c)(1) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 11/19/2024 | 56.14107(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $172 |
| 11/19/2024 | 56.14205 | S&S | ModNegligence | $172 |
| 11/19/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/19/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 11/19/2024 | 56.14112(a)(1) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 11/19/2024 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/15/2024 | 50.30(a) | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $147 |
| 04/10/2024 | 56.4203 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/21/2023 | 46.9(b)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/19/2023 | 46.7 | S&S | ModNegligence | $641 |
| 12/19/2023 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 12/19/2023 | 56.4011 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 10 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2020 | FALLING/SLIDING/ROLLING MATERIALS | FATALITY | Fatal |
| 10/27/2008 | IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 07/20/2007 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 04/20/2005 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 370d lost, 21d restricted |
| 03/26/2003 | IGNITION OR EXPLOSION OF GAS OR DUST | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 03/25/2003 | OTHER | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 08/02/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 07/15/2002 | POWERED HAULAGE | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 3d restricted |
| 07/08/2002 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | None |
| 10/12/2001 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 59d restricted |
Inspections
View all 76 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | 01/16/2026 | 21.75 | 1 |
| 06/20/2025 | 06/20/2025 | 7.00 | 1 |
| 06/09/2025 | 06/11/2025 | 13.00 | 1 |
| 11/18/2024 | 11/20/2024 | 16.50 | 1 |
| 04/10/2024 | 04/11/2024 | 20.50 | 1 |
| 12/19/2023 | 12/21/2023 | 28.25 | 1 |
| 09/21/2023 | 09/21/2023 | 12.25 | 1 |
| 07/26/2023 | 07/26/2023 | 2.00 | 1 |
| 07/26/2023 | 07/26/2023 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 07/25/2023 | 07/26/2023 | 12.25 | 1 |
Mine Details
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does HJ HOVE have?
HJ HOVE has 245 MSHA violations on record, of which 58 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $235K.
What type of mine is HJ HOVE?
HJ HOVE is a Surface mine producing SandAndGravel, located in Indio, Riverside County, CA. It currently has 19 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at HJ HOVE?
According to MSHA records, HJ HOVE has 10 reported accident/injury records and 1 fatalities on file.
Who operates HJ HOVE?
HJ HOVE is operated by HI-GRADE MATERIALS CO. and controlled by Robar Enterprises Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0401854.