Key Takeaway
Idaho Cobalt Operation is a nonproducing underground mine producing Metal, located in Salmon, Lemhi County, ID. It has 51 violations on record (15 S&S) and $19K in proposed penalties. Operated by Jervois Mining USA Limited.
Idaho Cobalt Operation
Operator: Jervois Mining USA Limited
Controller: New JRV Topco Holdings LLC (NewCo)
Location: Salmon, Lemhi County, ID
Employees: 10
Recent Violations
View all 51 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/13/2024 | 57.4130(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/24/2024 | 56.11016 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/24/2024 | 47.44(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/24/2024 | 56.11001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 04/24/2024 | 56.14103(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 04/23/2024 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 57.11016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $147 |
| 02/13/2024 | 57.12020 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $1,637 |
| 02/13/2024 | 57.15001 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 07/25/2023 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $905 |
| 07/25/2023 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/26/2023 | 57.20014 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 04/26/2023 | 57.14107(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/23/2023 | 57.11016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/23/2023 | 57.11016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/23/2023 | 57.11016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/23/2023 | 57.11016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/23/2023 | 57.11016 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/23/2023 | 57.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $143 |
| 02/23/2023 | 57.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $407 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 8 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2024 | MACHINERY | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/11/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 01/07/2023 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 28d restricted |
| 09/04/2022 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 25d restricted |
| 06/07/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 02/08/2022 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 07/13/2021 | ELECTRICAL | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 10/20/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 19d lost |
Inspections
View all 35 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | 03/04/2026 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 12/02/2025 | 12/02/2025 | 16.25 | 1 |
| 07/09/2025 | 07/11/2025 | 47.75 | 3 |
| 04/08/2025 | 04/09/2025 | 18.00 | 1 |
| 01/21/2025 | 01/23/2025 | 26.00 | 1 |
| 11/18/2024 | 11/18/2024 | 5.75 | 1 |
| 11/12/2024 | 11/13/2024 | 20.00 | 1 |
| 07/15/2024 | 07/16/2024 | 19.00 | 1 |
| 04/22/2024 | 04/25/2024 | 38.50 | 1 |
| 02/12/2024 | 02/14/2024 | 29.00 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Idaho Cobalt Operation have?
Idaho Cobalt Operation has 51 MSHA violations on record, of which 15 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $19K.
What type of mine is Idaho Cobalt Operation?
Idaho Cobalt Operation is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in Salmon, Lemhi County, ID. It currently has 10 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Idaho Cobalt Operation?
According to MSHA records, Idaho Cobalt Operation has 8 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Idaho Cobalt Operation?
Idaho Cobalt Operation is operated by Jervois Mining USA Limited and controlled by New JRV Topco Holdings LLC (NewCo). MSHA Mine ID: 1002221.