Irving Wallboard Celebrates 10 Years Without a Lost Time Incident

Irving Wallboard has achieved an impressive safety milestone: 10 years without a lost-time incident. This accomplishment was reached on February 10th, 2025, marking 3,653 days or over 2.1 million labour hours worked.  

This record is one of the longest-running safety achievements across all J.D. Irving, Limited companies, showcasing Irving Wallboard's unwavering commitment to safety excellence. 

"I couldn't be prouder of the Irving Wallboard team for reaching this extraordinary milestone. Every team member plays a vital role in building the strong safety culture we have at Irving Wallboard. This achievement is not just about numbers – it’s about every person going home safe to their families, every day," said Peter MacNeill, General Manager. 

Irving Wallboard’s proactive approach to safety includes daily safety talks, thorough pre-task planning and hazard identification. The team’s open communication and follow-up on safety has fostered a culture of care and vigilance.  

"This milestone belongs to every employee who has taken responsibility for their own safety and the safety of their coworkers. Their vigilance, teamwork and dedication make all the difference," MacNeill added.  

At Irving Wallboard, safety is not only a core value — it is vital to every aspect of the business. The team remains focused on continuously improving their safety culture as they look ahead to their next milestone, building on a decade of excellence. 

About Irving Wallboard 

Irving Wallboard is a highly automated manufacturing facility in Saint John, New Brunswick, that provides a broad range of gypsum wallboard products for use in the construction industry. The company produces top-quality wallboard in a 300,000-square-foot production plant, one of North America's most modern manufacturing facilities. From residential to commercial, Irving Wallboard produces a full array of products in widths up to 54 inches with multiple lengths and edge details.