Health, safety, hygiene, environment, community and human rights
Siren Operation – Emergency Drill – May 7th, 2026 – 11 a.m.
NOTICE TO CITIZENS: CEZinc, along with the municipalities of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield, Saint-Louis-de-Gonzague, and Saint-Stanislas-de-Kostka, would like to inform citizens that a public alert drill will take place on May 7th at 11 a.m.
The operation will last between 5 and 10 minutes. While the sirens may be heard beyond the targeted area, only businesses and residents of Salaberry-de-Valleyfield located within a 3.5 km radius of the CEZinc plant will receive a test message from the Automated Emergency Messaging System (SAM).
NO action is required on your part. The end of the siren will signal the conclusion of the drill.
At CEZinc, health, safety, hygiene, the environment, the community and human rights are primary concerns at every stage of our operations. We want a plant that is efficient, profitable and competitive, where no one is injured and no one develops an occupational disease, in an environment that respects the environment, the community and human rights.
We believe that all accidents are preventable and that we all have a responsibility to take action to prevent them. Care and attention to health, safety and the environment are core values of our company.
We recognize that the prevention of accidents and pollution contributes to the well-being of our employees, our business partners, our community and the environment, and supports the long-term viability of the company.
Discover some of the initiatives from CEZinc's Environmental departement
We and our employees are committed to :
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comply with the laws, regulations and policies that apply to our activities;
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identify, assess and manage risks that could affect the environment, the community and human rights, as well as the health and safety of our employees, contractors, customers and people living in the community;
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set measurable objectives and targets in the context of continuous improvement and sustainable development;
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maintain a proactive and sustainable approach to the protection of the environment, including biodiversity and ecosystems, and the prevention of pollution and industrial accidents in the course of our operations;
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demonstrate respect, transparency and integrity in the conduct of our activities.
HSEC policy and human rights
Health and Safety Days
We're pleased to share with you some photos from the Health and Safety Days held on 26 and 27 September. The two days were an excellent opportunity for all employees to improve their safety knowledge, discover new tools and take part in exciting interactive activities, all aimed at promoting the 10 essential rules of life at CEZinc.