Smoke Free Policy

MP 0158/21 - Smoke Free Policy (pdf 181KB)

Applicable to: This policy is applicable to WA health entities.

Description: The Smoke Free Policy (policy) requires that all WA health sites are smoke-free and vape-free. This includes, but is not limited to, all owned or leased buildings, structures, outdoor areas, grounds, car parks and vehicles.

The purpose of the policy is to:

• protect and prevent health risks for all WA health employees, consumers, contractors and visitors to WA health sites by eliminating potential exposure to second-hand smoke and e-cigarette (vape) aerosol; and
• lead by example by delivering a clear message to the community and other government agencies that all WA health sites are smoke-free and vape-free.

Under the Work Health and Safety (General) Regulations 2022, smoking is not permitted in enclosed workplaces.

The policy is consistent with the following legislation:

• Tobacco Products Control Act 2006
• Work Health and Safety Act 2020 (WA).

The policy is also consistent with the:

• National Tobacco Strategy 2023 – 2030
• Western Australian Health Promotion Strategic Framework 2022– 2026
• National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC) Guidance note on the ‘Elimination of Environmental Tobacco Smoke in the Workplace’.

This policy is a mandatory requirement for Health Service Providers under the Public Health Policy Framework pursuant to section 26(2)(l) of the Health Services Act 2016.

This policy is a mandatory requirement for the Department of Health pursuant to section 29 of the Public Sector Management Act 1994.

Date of effect: 01 July 2021

Policy Framework

Public Health

Related documents

Smoke-Free-Policy-Annual-Reporting-Form (xlsm 72KB)

Supporting information

Guidelines-for-the-implementation-of-the-Smoke-Free-Policy (pdf 352KB)