SMOKING

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Introduction

Did you know that only 3 out of 10 adults smoke? The number of people quitting is on the rise. Why
not join them and feel healthier and happier?

The Risks

Smoking can lead to many life threatening diseases such as - Respiratory Tract Cancer, Heart
Disease, Chronic Bronchitis and Emphysema to name only a few.

Main Points

       The law requires Employers to take 'all practicable steps' to ensure that workplaces are
       smokefree
       If smoking occurs in a workplace and the Employer has failed to take such steps, an
       Employee may lodge a complaint with the Ministry of Health
       The present high incidence of heart disease and throat and lung cancer is directly
       attributable to smoking. For instance, smokers are about three times more likely to
       suffer a heart attack than non-smokers
       Smoking reduces the ability of people to work, particularly in manual or stressful
       occupation
       Smoking around chemical products can alter the chemical properties and make them
       more hazardous to inhale
       Smoking provides an ignition source and poses a fire hazard particularly in areas
       where there is a build up of dust, fumes and vapours and in confined spaces.

Discussion Points

       If smoking occurs in a workplace and the Employer has failed to take such steps, an
       Employee may lodge a complaint with the Ministry of Health
       Practicable steps might include - display of smokefree signs in the workplace,
       reference to the smokefree policy in workplace employment agreements and
       recruitment policies, notifying service contractors of the smokefree policy, training
       Managers and Supervisors on what to do if someone smokes in the workplace
       Smoking also affects non-smokers in the workplace through passive smoking. There is
       conclusive evidence that non-smokers are able to contract cancer through passive
       smoking.

Questions and Answers

What are some of the health effects and risks associated with smoking?
      Respiratory Tract Cancer
      Heart Disease
      Chronic Bronchitis
      Emphysema.

What hazards do you create by smoking in the workplace?
      Fire hazard
      Health.



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   5. Pollution
   6. Asbestos
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