Key Takeaway
Twin Buttes Mine is a abandoned surface mine producing Metal, located in Green Valley, Pima County, AZ. It has 20 violations on record (5 S&S) and $2K in proposed penalties. Operated by Freeport-McMoRan Sierrita Inc..
Twin Buttes Mine
Operator: Freeport-McMoRan Sierrita Inc.
Controller: Freeport-McMoRan Inc
Location: Green Valley, Pima County, AZ
Recent Violations
View all 20 →| Date | Section | S&S | Negligence | Penalty |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/19/2013 | 56.12028 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 03/18/2013 | 56.12002 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 03/18/2013 | 56.12018 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/18/2012 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $117 |
| 04/18/2012 | 48.23(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/18/2012 | 47.31(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/12/2012 | 56.12004 | S&S | ModNegligence | $138 |
| 04/10/2012 | 56.12004 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/10/2012 | 56.12008 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 01/10/2012 | 56.11001 | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 01/10/2012 | 56.14107(a) | S&S | ModNegligence | $243 |
| 01/10/2012 | 56.11012 | S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 12/07/2010 | 56.4101 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/07/2010 | 47.41(a) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/02/2010 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/02/2010 | 56.12032 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/02/2010 | 56.20011 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $108 |
| 12/02/2010 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 12/01/2010 | 56.4201(a)(2) | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
| 04/12/2010 | 41.11 | Non-S&S | ModNegligence | $100 |
Accidents & Injuries
View all 4 →| Date | Classification | Injury | Days Lost |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/27/2012 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | NO DYS AWY FRM WRK,NO RSTR ACT | None |
| 08/26/2011 | HANDLING OF MATERIALS | DYS AWY FRM WRK & RESTRCTD ACT | 1d lost, 2d restricted |
| 06/27/2011 | HANDTOOLS (NONPOWERED) | ALL OTHER CASES (INCL 1ST AID) | None |
| 08/24/2010 | DISORDERS (PHYSICAL AGENTS) | OCCUPATNAL ILLNESS NOT DEG 1-6 | 2d lost |
Inspections
View all 8 →| Begin | End | Hours | Inspectors |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/18/2013 | 03/19/2013 | 18.50 | 1 |
| 05/31/2012 | 05/31/2012 | 6.00 | 1 |
| 04/10/2012 | 04/18/2012 | 37.00 | 1 |
| 01/10/2012 | 01/13/2012 | 13.50 | 1 |
| 09/20/2011 | 09/22/2011 | 21.50 | 1 |
| 12/01/2010 | 12/07/2010 | 29.50 | 1 |
| 05/18/2010 | 05/19/2010 | 12.00 | 1 |
| 04/12/2010 | 04/12/2010 | 1.50 | 1 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many MSHA violations does Twin Buttes Mine have?
Twin Buttes Mine has 20 MSHA violations on record, of which 5 are classified as Significant & Substantial (S&S). Total proposed penalties amount to $2K.
What type of mine is Twin Buttes Mine?
Twin Buttes Mine is a Surface mine producing Metal, located in Green Valley, Pima County, AZ. It currently has employees.
Has anyone been injured or killed at Twin Buttes Mine?
According to MSHA records, Twin Buttes Mine has 4 reported accident/injury records and 0 fatalities on file.
Who operates Twin Buttes Mine?
Twin Buttes Mine is operated by Freeport-McMoRan Sierrita Inc. and controlled by Freeport-McMoRan Inc. MSHA Mine ID: 0203262.