Village of Upper Brookville, NY Chapter 57 Smoking Policy

[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village of Upper Brookville at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I). Amendments noted where applicable.]

§ 57-1 Prohibited acts.

A. Smoking is prohibited throughout the village facilities except in designated areas identified by "Smoking Permitted" signs.

B. Smoking is prohibited in any indoor enclosed work area occupied by more than one person, unless all employees in such area agree to allow smoking. The rights of a nonsmoker to a smoke-free work area shall prevail.

C. Smoking is also prohibited in conference or meeting rooms and municipal vehicles used by more than one person unless all occupants agree to allow smoking.

§ 57-2 Smoking room.

An enclosed smoking room may be designated upon request if space is available.

§ 57-3 Conflicts; complaints.

Conflicts should be brought to the attention of the appropriate supervisory personnel. Employees may also file a formal complaint with the Nassau County Board of Health.

§ 57-4 Penalties for offenses.

Violations of this chapter shall be punishable as provided in Chapter 1, General Provisions, Article II.

§ 57-5 Posting and distribution of copies.

Copies of these rules will be posted and distributed to all employees and to all prospective employees upon request.

§ 57-6 Enforcement agent.

The Village Code Enforcement Officer shall be designated an agent to assist in the enforcement of this policy by notifying employees who are in violation.

§ 57-7 Amendments.

This policy may be amended from time to time by resolution of the village. All amendments shall be in conformance with New York State law, and employees will be notified accordingly.