No smoking policy

About this document

A comprehensive No-Smoking Policy designed to integrate lasting effects in the workplace. Aids in compliance with health and safety legislation as well as promoting a healthier work environment.

How to use:

• It is essential to introduce the policy firmly yet steadily. Discuss the policy with a variety of employees from all sections of the organisation. It should be debated and all employees represented fairly in order to achieve lasting success regards a reduction in the number of smokers;
• Once implemented, all employees should have access to a copy of the policy and it should be added to where ever appropriate;
• Employees should be reminded about the policy regularly;
• Employees should be encouraged to give up smoking and should be given guidance and counselling wherever possible.

Application and features

• Model policy for any organisation
• In plain English with explanatory notes

Contents

• Principles of a No Smoking Policy
• Reasons for implementing a No Smoking Policy
• References to health and safety legislation – showing that a ban on smoking in public places will be enforced
• The policy – which can be amended and added to as necessary
• Guidelines for smooth integration of the policy
• Methods of enforcement