Smoke-Free Workplace

Last updated October 28, 2009 11:22:09 AM PDT

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UCSD supports a nonsmoking environment. Employees who are smokers should consult with their supervisors regarding reasonable smoke breaks and designated smoking areas.

No smoking is permitted in any indoor area, or within 25 feet of the main entrance or exit to any facility owned or leased by UCSD, including but not limited to:

Administrative offices
Auditoriums
Classrooms
Clinics
Conference rooms
Elevators
Food service areas
Hallways
Laboratories
Libraries
Lobbies
Lounges
Machine shops
Private offices
Reception areas
Restrooms
Stairwells
Theaters
University vehicles
Waiting rooms

Smoking policy aboard ships operated by the Scripps Institution of Oceanography is established on each cruise in consultation with the chief scientist.

Smoking is allowed in these locations:

Covered parking lots
Private residential space
Food service facilities with designated outdoor smoking sections
Temporary designated outdoor smoking areas at the UC San Diego Medical Center
- Note: Except for these temporary outdoor spaces, UCSD Health Sciences now prohibits smoking in outdoor areas on its campuses. See Health Sciences Smoke-Free Initiative for more information.

Smoking cessation programs are available through the UCSD School of Medicine.

Enforcement: Any problems should be brought to the attention of the appropriate supervisor or department head. If a problem cannot be resolved in this manner, speak with the HR contact in your department or the Employee Relations specialist for your vice chancellor area. Individuals seeking assistance in enforcing this policy will not be subject to reprisal.

Notice: The information on this page summarizes provisions of university policies and/or collective bargaining agreements. Refer to the Personnel Policies for Staff Members (PPSM) or applicable collective bargaining agreement for full text of referenced information.

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