Policy 4.69
No Smoking
Responsible Official: VP for Human Resources
Administering Division/Department: Employee Relations
Effective Date: March 30, 2007
Last Revision: June 20, 2007
Policy Sections:
Emory is committed to taking all practical measures to create a safe and healthy work environment for all employees. To further this goal, Emory has established a no smoking policy to achieve a smoke-free work environment.
PURPOSE
This policy is intended to promote the well-being and health awareness of employees throughout the Emory community by reducing the risk of smoke-related illness in compliance with applicable laws and local codes.
GUIDELINES
Smoking is prohibited in all indoor locations of Emory, except smoking in residence halls and university apartments will be governed by policies established by the Division of Campus Life. Smoking is prohibited in Emory HealthCare facilities.
Smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of all entrances to all Emory buildings.
Those who choose to smoke are responsible for extinguishing and disposing of smoking materials and debris in a safe, healthful and appropriate manner.
The use of indoor smokeless tobacco products is prohibited.
Smoking is prohibited in Emory vehicles.
COMPLIANCE
Management is responsible for ensuring adherence to the No Smoking Policy. Violations of this policy may be subject to discipline.
To further promote a smoke-free work place and healthy lifestyles, Emory offers smoking cessation programs to faculty, staff and students through Emory HealthCare, University Student Health Service, University Counseling Center, and the Faculty Staff Assistance Program.
Questions or concerns regarding this policy or other related matters should be addressed to the appropriate department management or to Human Resources.
- Current Version of This Policy: http://policies.emory.edu/4.69
Revision History
No previous versions of this policy were found.