HUMBER COLLEGE (NORTH)

Policy

Purpose
Recognizing the health hazards associated with smoking tobacco products, the purpose of this policy is to promote a healthier learning and working environment and to take steps towards reducing personal discomfort and health risks on College Property.

Definitions
"College Property" means any real property, including grounds and buildings, structures and facilities, which are owned or leased, or used under the aegis of the College. This includes any vehicle used by the College, and all College Residences.

"Enclosed Public Space" means the inside of any place, building or structure or vehicle or conveyance or a part of any of them that is covered by a roof and to which the public is ordinarily invited or permitted access, either expressly or by implication, whether or not a fee is charged for entry.

The Policy

  • This policy applies to every student, employee, leasehold tenant, contractor, visitor and other person, at all times, while on College property.
  • In accordance with the Smoke-Free Ontario Act, Smoking is prohibited in any Enclosed Public Space or any Enclosed Workplace. Smoking will not be permitted:
    - Inside any College building, structure or facility, or any part of them, including the Student Residences.
    - In any college vehicle, and / or
    - Under any structure or facility, or any part of them, covered by a roof or other structure providing an overhead covering, including an awning, overhang etc, and more than two walls
  • Furthermore, Smoking will not be permitted: at any outdoor location within a radial distance of 9 meters from any doorway, entrance, or exit from any College building.

Responsibilities
It is the responsibility of every student, employee, leasehold tenant, contractor, visitor and other person to comply with the requirements of this Policy while on College property. The College encourages every member of the Humber community to be vigilant in politely asking smokers to comply with the policy. It is not expected that any staff, faculty or students place themselves in jeopardy, and that they contact Public Safety if they feel unsure about enforcing the policy.