Key Takeaway
Soledad Mountain Project is a active surface mine producing Metal, located in kern, Kern County, CA. It has 281 violations on record (108 S&S) and $241K in proposed penalties. Operated by Golden Queen Mining Company.
Soledad Mountain Project
Operator: Golden Queen Mining Company
Controller: Soledad Holdings Inc
Location: kern, Kern County, CA
Employees: 179
Recent Violations
View all 281 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/12/2026 | 56.18002(b) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 56.14101(a)(2) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 56.4603(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/11/2026 | 56.9300(b) | S&S | LowNegligence | $0 |
| 02/10/2026 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $0 |
| 04/17/2025 | 56.20003(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $151 |
| 04/16/2025 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.14100(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $313 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.16001 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $209 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.4201(a)(1) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $151 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.14132(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $697 |
| 04/15/2025 | 56.11001 | S&S | LowNegligence | $465 |
| 11/06/2024 | 56.12025 | S&S | ModNegligence | $535 |
| 11/05/2024 | 56.15001 | S&S | LowNegligence | $357 |
| 10/30/2024 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
| 10/30/2024 | 56.16001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $626 |
| 10/29/2024 | 56.14100(b) | Non-S&S | LowNegligence | $147 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 56 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | None |
| 08/05/2025 | OTHER | INJURIES DUE TO NATURAL CAUSES | 1d lost |
| 07/06/2025 | POWERED HAULAGE | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 3d restricted |
| 05/28/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | None |
| 04/04/2025 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | DAYS AWAY FROM WORK ONLY | 99d lost |
| 03/12/2025 | SLIP OR FALL OF PERSON | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 128d lost, 44d restricted |
| 01/11/2025 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 10d restricted |
| 10/31/2024 | ALL OTHER OCCUPATIONAL ILLNESSES | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 285d lost, 16d restricted |
| 12/13/2023 | FIRE | ACCIDENT ONLY | None |
| 08/28/2023 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DAYS RESTRICTED ACTIVITY ONLY | 26d restricted |
Inspections
View all 79 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/09/2026 | 02/12/2026 | 80.25 | 2 |
| 06/23/2025 | 06/25/2025 | 23.00 | 1 |
| 05/28/2025 | 05/28/2025 | 8.00 | 1 |
| 04/14/2025 | 04/17/2025 | 89.25 | 3 |
| 10/23/2024 | 11/06/2024 | 73.00 | 2 |
| 07/15/2024 | 07/25/2024 | 156.50 | 2 |
| 07/15/2024 | 07/25/2024 | 16.00 | 1 |
| 07/05/2024 | 07/08/2024 | 9.50 | 1 |
| 01/08/2024 | 01/08/2024 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 11/20/2023 | 12/21/2023 | 145.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Soledad Mountain Project have?
Soledad Mountain Project has 281 MSHA violations on record, of which 108 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $241K.
What type of mine is Soledad Mountain Project?
Soledad Mountain Project is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in kern, Kern County, CA. It currently has 179 employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Soledad Mountain Project?
According to MSHA records, Soledad Mountain Project has 56 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Soledad Mountain Project?
Soledad Mountain Project is operated by Golden Queen Mining Company and controlled by Soledad Holdings Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0405319.