BP3513.3
Business and Non-Instructional Operations
Tobacco-Free Schools
The Board recognizes the health hazards associated with tobacco products,
including the breathing of second-hand smoke, and desires to provide a
healthy environment for students and staff. Employees are encouraged to
serve as models for good health practices that are consistent with the
District's instructional programs.
In accordance with state and federal law, smoking is prohibited
in all District facilities and vehicles. (20 U..C. 6083, Labor Code 6404.5)
The Board further prohibits use of tobacco products at all times
on District grounds. This prohibition applies to all employees, students
and visitors at any activity or event on property owned, leased or rented
by or from the District.
The Superintendent or designee shall inform students, parents/-guardians,
employees and the public about this policy and related procedures. Signs
prohibiting the use of tobacco shall be prominently displayed at all entrances
to District property.
The Superintendent or designee shall maintain a list of clinics
and other resources which may assist individuals who wish to stop using
tobacco products.
Legal Reference:
Education Code
48901 Smoking or use of tobacco; steps to discourage
Health and Safety Code
39002 Control of air pollution from nonvehicular sources
104420 Implementation of tobacco use prevention program
Labor Code
6404.5 Occupational safety and health: use of tobacco products
United States Code, Title 20
6083 Nonsmoking policy for children's services
PERB Rulings
CSEA #506 and Associated Teachers of Metropolitan Riverside v. Riverside
Unified School District (1989) PERB Order #750 (13 PERC 20147)
Eureka Teachers Assn v. Eureka City School District (1992) PERB Order
#955 (16 PERC 23168)
Adopted: 1/13/93
Revised: 9/10/97