Key Takeaway
Shafter Mine is a abandoned underground mine producing Metal, located in MARFA, Presidio County, TX. It has 183 violations on record (70 S&S) and $126K in proposed penalties. Operated by Rio Grande Mining Company.
Shafter Mine
Operator: Rio Grande Mining Company
Controller: Aurcana Corporation
Location: MARFA, Presidio County, TX
Recent Violations
View all 183 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/06/2013 | 48.8(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $270 |
| 11/05/2013 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $540 |
| 11/05/2013 | 57.14112(b) | S&S | ModNegligence | $1,111 |
| 11/05/2013 | 57.4104(b)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 11/05/2013 | 57.12025 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 11/05/2013 | 57.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 11/05/2013 | 57.16005 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 11/05/2013 | 57.16006 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 11/05/2013 | 57.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $224 |
| 11/04/2013 | 57.4102 | Non-S&S | HighNegligence | $100 |
| 11/04/2013 | 57.4760(a) | S&S | HighNegligence | $8,209 |
| 11/03/2013 | 57.11054 | S&S | HighNegligence | $10,437 |
| 11/03/2013 | 57.14100(c) | S&S | ModNegligence | $946 |
| 11/01/2013 | Non-S&S | $0 | ||
| 10/30/2013 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $460 |
| 10/30/2013 | 57.14112(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/30/2013 | 57.20013 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 10/30/2013 | 49.8(b) | S&S | HighNegligence | $15,570 |
| 10/09/2013 | 57.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $150 |
| 10/09/2013 | 57.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $362 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 37 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2013 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 177d lost |
| 09/23/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 11d lost |
| 09/09/2013 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 5d lost, 34d restricted |
| 06/30/2013 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 1d lost |
| 05/29/2013 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 7d restricted |
| 05/20/2013 | ELECTRICAL | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 11d lost |
| 05/12/2013 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 10d lost |
| 04/18/2013 | OTHER | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 6d lost, 4d restricted |
| 02/15/2013 | MACHINERY | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 2d lost, 14d restricted |
| 02/08/2013 | FALL OF ROOF OR BACK | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
Inspections
View all 46 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/18/2014 | 02/18/2014 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 12/10/2013 | 12/10/2013 | 0.00 | 0 |
| 11/01/2013 | 02/18/2014 | 40.00 | 1 |
| 10/29/2013 | 10/29/2013 | 6.50 | 1 |
| 10/29/2013 | 11/12/2013 | 63.50 | 1 |
| 10/08/2013 | 10/10/2013 | 57.00 | 3 |
| 09/09/2013 | 09/09/2013 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 08/19/2013 | 08/19/2013 | 9.00 | 1 |
| 07/29/2013 | 08/01/2013 | 57.00 | 2 |
| 07/10/2013 | 07/10/2013 | 0.00 | 0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Shafter Mine have?
Shafter Mine has 183 MSHA violations on record, of which 70 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $126K.
What type of mine is Shafter Mine?
Shafter Mine is a Underground mine producing Metal, located in MARFA, Presidio County, TX. It currently has 0 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Shafter Mine?
According to MSHA records, Shafter Mine has 37 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Shafter Mine?
Shafter Mine is operated by Rio Grande Mining Company and controlled by Aurcana Corporation. MSHA Mine ID: 4102905.