Tobacco-Free Work Sites


Tobacco-free work site policies save lives and save money.

All work sites can benefit from adopting a tobacco-free grounds policy.  It’s a smart move, considering the annual estimated cost of lost wages, benefits and services due to secondhand smoke is $5.7 billion nationally. By eliminating secondhand smoke and tobacco products from your environment, your business can present a more professional image and increase productivity — which saves money.

All services and support provided is FREE!

  • Surveys to assess policy support among staff and visitors
  • Sample policies
  • An implementation toolkit
  • No cost smoke-free and tobacco-free signage

WHY ADOPT A TOBACCO-FREE POLICY?

CHANGING THE NORM

As a state-funded program, STTAC works with tobacco-prevention organizations across New York. By adopting a policy, you are a part of a state-wide initiative that is decreasing tobacco- use rates and setting the example for children and youth that smoking is not the norm.

REDUCES SECONDHAND SMOKE EXPOSURE

The effects of secondhand smoke go beyond simply being an unpleasant smell. With over 7,000 chemicals in secondhand smoke, there is no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke.

POLICIES EMPOWER

By adopting a policy, your business and your patrons are empowered to enforce tobacco-free areas and healthier lifestyles.

 


Are you ready to go tobacco-free? Contact us today!

Click here to send us an email, or call (607)737-2858.

 

Resources:

“Why adopt a Tobacco-Free policy” Handout

Sample Checkbox Policy and Signage Options

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