| Policies
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There
are several ways employers can help employees and visitors
understand whether, where, or when they can smoke. One
of the most effective ways is to implement a comprehensive
smoking policy. While there is no one best policy
or format, there are some key aspects that should be incorporated
into every policy. They are:
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A
written policy that clearly indicates the policy of the
company- "It is Company XYZ’s policy that smoking
is prohibited in its entirety in all buildings, company
vehicles, and the physical premises upon which they are
located by employees, customers, visitors, vendors, or
anyone else."
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| Written smoking policies
make it easier to inform employees about what is
expected. |
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A
description of the consequences that will occur if employees
fail to comply with the policy. |
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location and person where employees and supervisors can
obtain more information or assistance with smoking-related
problems.
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A
listing of smoking cessation resources for employees who
may be considering quitting.
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An
orientation and training protocol that actively educates
every employee about the policy upon their beginning employment
and ongoing education at staff meetings or other appropriate
means.
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Posting
of signs or announcements on bulletin boards that clearly
indicate the smoking status of the facility or property-
ie- In Accordance With the Utah Indoor Clean Air Act-
No Smoking."
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Immediate
and definitive follow-up on all questions, concerns, or
complaints that employees, vendors, and visitors have
about smoking. |
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| Under
certain conditions, the Utah Indoor Clean Air Act
Statute and Rule require employers, building managers/owners
and others to implement specific smoking policies
for employees and outside visitors.
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| Sample
Smoking Policies |
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following policies were taken from the publication "Making
Your Workplace Smoke Free: A Decision Maker’s
Guide," published by the U.S. Department of health
and Human Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention,
Office on Smoking and Health, 1996. They
are offered to help you determine how you may want to
construct your own workplace smoking policies.
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Sample
Company Smoking Policies |
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| Other
Useful Information |
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Utah
Secondhand Smoke Policy Implementation Guide |
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Health
and Economic Impact |
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Utah
Indoor Clean Air Act Compliance Checklist |
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Utah
Indoor Clean Air Act Statute and Rule |
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Utah
Tobacco Cessation Resource Directory |
