Smoke Free Campus Effective January 1 2008 Smoke

Smoke Free Campus Effective January 1, 2008

Smoke Free Campus § Why is UNC’s Campus Going Smoke Free? § What is UNC's Policy? § How is this going to be implemented and enforced? § What type of Smoking Cessation Support is there for Staff? § Where can I find other Smoke Free Information and Support Resources?

Why is UNC’s Campus Going Smoke Free? Chancellor Moeser: “I am pleased to announce a new University policy as a result of legislation passed by the North Carolina General Assembly this summer and following consultation with the Faculty Council, Employee Forum and Student Advisory Committee. While we have banned smoking inside University buildings and facilities for years, beginning January 1, 2008, we will expand the no-smoking boundary to 100 feet from all University facilities, both on and off campus, and we will not have any designated smoking areas. Smoking in state-owned vehicles also will be prohibited. ” “This extension of our no-smoking zone, authorized by revisions to G. S. 143596, provides an opportunity for the University to sustain its dedication to a healthy work and learning environment. ” “The practical effect of this University policy is that the campus will be smoke -free. ”

Why is UNC’s Campus Going Smoke Free? Research has shown that smoking causes chronic bronchitis and emphysema and is associated with heart disease, diseases of the circulation, ulcers, and impairs developing fetuses. Secondhand smoke increases a nonsmoker’s risk for heart disease and worsens symptoms of adults already suffering from asthma, allergies or bronchitis. UNC supports this expanded dimension of the no-smoking policy because of its tremendous health benefits for the entire University community.

Why is UNC’s Campus Going Smoke Free? This map illustrates the Smoke Free areas on UNC campus. Note: To view a larger version of the map go to ehs. unc. edu/healthy/smoking. shtml.

How is this going to be implemented and enforced? § The policy applies to all University visitors, patients, students, faculty and employees. It is the responsibility of every member of the University community to comply with the policy. § Temporary signs will be posted throughout campus. Later, they will be replaced with permanent signs at the entrances to campus.

How is this going to be implemented and enforced? § If an employee refuses to comply with the policy, the departmental representative should notify the employee’s immediate supervisor, who will remind the employee about the policy. § Web site has been developed to inform Faculty and Staff of resources available (ehs. unc. edu/healthy/smoking. shtml).

How is this going to be implemented and enforced? Faculty, Staff and Students are asked to § Treat smokers courteously and simply request that people who are smoking within 100 feet of University facilities extinguish their tobacco product.

What is UNC's Policy? POLICY STATEMENT • This policy is intended to eliminate the potential for exposure to secondhand smoke and the practical effect of this policy is that the campus is Smoke Free. • The University supports employees’ and students’ efforts to quit smoking and offers resources for smoking cessation as indicated on both the Environment Health and Safety website (http: //ehs. unc. edu) and the Campus Health Services website (http: //campushealth. unc. edu).

What is UNC's Policy? APPLICABILITY • This policy applies to all University visitors, patients, students, and employees, including faculty, EPA non-faculty, staff, and student employees. It is the responsibility of every member of the University community to conduct himself or herself in compliance with this policy.

What is UNC's Policy? SIGNAGE • The University will post “Smoke Free” signs appropriately throughout campus. Additional information can be printed out from the websites listed above and shared with anyone who has questions about this policy.

What is UNC's Policy? ENFORCEMENT • Anyone who violates the no smoking policy should be reminded of the policy and asked to comply by putting out the lighted tobacco product. • If a student refuses to comply with the policy, the Dean of Students’ office should be contacted. • If an employee refuses to comply with the policy, the departmental representative will notify the immediate supervisor of the noncompliant employee.

What is UNC's Policy? DEPARTMENT/UNIT PROCEDURES • All University departments and work units must establish procedures that include identification of the employee(s) responsible for understanding the policy, being able to educate visitors, patients, students, and employees, and assisting in enforcement, as needed. The Office of Human Resources can assist departments in developing their procedures.

What is UNC's Policy? If you wish to view the entire policy, please go to: http: //www. unc. edu/campus/policies/no_smoking_policy. htm

What type of Smoking Cessation Support is there for Staff? If you would like to quit smoking, here is what you do: § Step 1 – Call the North Carolina Quitline 1 -800—QUIT-NOW (1800 -784 -8669) and register for free counseling. The NC Quitline will provide you with some coaching sessions, help you develop a plan to quit, provide you with reading materials, and be available for counseling. § Step 2 – If you are wanting a prescription for the OTC Nicotine Patch, then call the University Employee Occupational Health Clinic (6 -9119) to set-up an appointment. Note: If you are wanting other alternative treatment, then contact your personal healthcare provider. § Step 3 – Take your prescription to the local participating network pharmacy.

What type of Smoking Cessation Support is there for Staff? I have tried to quit smoking using the Nicotine Patch. I would like a prescription for Chantix. § Call the UEOHC to schedule an appointment with the Smoking Cessation Nurse at 6 -9119.

What type of Smoking Cessation Support is there for Staff? § The Office of Human Resources is offering the American Cancer Society’s Freshstart Program. This is a four-week course available on campus. § UNC's Family Medicine Center will offer a tobacco cessation clinic on Thursday mornings. For appointments, please call 966 -0211. For more information, please call 843 -1521 and speak to the program manager. § Employees should also go to the State Health Plan website www. shpnc. org for additional information about smoking cessation support and answers to frequently asked questions.

Where can I find other Smoke Free Information and Support Resources? If you would like to find more information regarding the University’s Smoke Free Campus or other Smoking Cessation Resources, please visit the Department of Environment, Health and Safety web site at: http: //www. ehs. unc. edu/healthy/smoking. shtml

Where can I find other Smoke Free Information and Support Resources? Questions associated with information contained in this power point, as well as questions that may arise which have not been addressed, may be directed to the employee’s Supervisor and/or Human Resource Facilitator.

Smoke Free Campus Thank you for your commitment in making UNC a healthier campus.