Smoke-free environment at Monash University - OHS information sheet number 26
March 2007
Monash University upholds the right of an individual to work or study in a smoke-free environment. On 1 March 2006, the Tobacco (Amendment) Act 2005 came into effect, making it an offence for persons at work to smoke in an enclosed workplace.
Application of tobacco legislation at Monash University
- Smoking is prohibited in all Monash University buildings, including all residential areas such as halls of residence, flats and houses
- Smoking is not permitted in any Monash University vehicles
- Smoking is not permitted outside building entrances, air intake vents, ventilation ducts and open windows to prevent second-hand smoke entering buildings and airflow units
- A no smoking approach is recommended for field trips and excursions
- Cigarette butts must be extinguished and disposed of in general waste
- New staff will be informed during their induction of the Monash University procedures with regard to a smoke-free environment
Signage
- Signage may be required near building entrances and air intakes to minimise the possibility of exposure to environmental tobacco smoke resulting from smokers congregating in areas outside buildings. 'No smoking within 10m' signs can be displayed to discourage this behaviour
- Signs can be ordered from Facilities & Services at each campus
