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SECTION 6: FACILITIES



               6.1 ENCLOSED WORKPLACE SMOKE-FREE POLICY
               Second-hand smoke, also known as Environmental Tobacco Smoke (ETS) or passive smoke is a cause
               of disease, including lung cancer and heart disease, in third parties. Neither the simple separation of
               smokers and non-smokers within the same air space, nor the provision of ventilation, can eliminate
               exposure to second-hand smoke and the consequent health effects of such exposure. This policy
               applies to electronic cigarettes (also known as e-cigarettes or vaping) also.

               The  Company  accepts  that  employees  may  wish  to  smoke  on  their  normal  breaks  granted  in
               accordance with the Organisation of Working Time Act 1997. However, the Company in no way
               encourages you to smoke and no additional rest periods will be authorised for smokers.

               This policy has been developed to protect all employees, service users, customers and visitors from
               exposure to second-hand smoke, to ensure compliance with legal obligations and to ensure a safe
               working environment.


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