Policy
[Name of employer] is legally required to ensure that [all of] our workplace[s] [is/are] smoke-free. Therefore, smoking is prohibited throughout the entire workplace with no exceptions. Smoking is also forbidden in company vehicles [unless they are used mainly for private use or only ever used by one employee]. This policy applies to all employees, consultants, contractors, customers and visitors. Responsibility for this policy rests with [insert name of person].
[Smoking is only permitted during official breaks and only outdoors in the designated areas. These are [….] [If there are any external areas where employees, visitors or customers are able to smoke they should be set out, for example, the car park and delivery yard, as indicated] ].
Appropriate ‘no smoking’ signs are clearly displayed at all entrances.
Non compliance
Any breach of this policy will be taken seriously and will lead to disciplinary action being taken in accordance with the Company’s disciplinary policy [which may, depending on the circumstances, include dismissal]. [You may want to highlight here how seriously you will take an episode of unauthorised smoking and ensure that the position is reflected in the disciplinary rules.]
[If there are any areas where it is particularly dangerous to smoke, such as where there are flammable materials, you should spell out that dismissal will result, if that is in accordance with your disciplinary rules].
[You should follow the procedure in [insert name of policy/guidance note/training] if a customer, visitor or supplier does not comply with this policy.]
Local authorities, the designated enforcement authorities responsible for enforcing the smoke-free legislation, can also issue a fine of up to £200 to individuals smoking in smoke-free premises or vehicles.
Help to stop smoking
Support for smokers who want to stop will be provided [provide details here]
The NHS Smoking helpline number is 0800 169 0 169. The helpline can offer advice and support on stopping smoking along with a website at www.givingupsmoking.co.uk
- Details about ‘no smoking’ signs