[HISTORY: Adopted by the Board of Trustees of the Village
of Woodridge 1-2-1990 (Ch. 119
of the 1992 Code). Amendments noted where applicable.]
A.Â
Smoking is prohibited throughout the facilities, except in designated
areas identified by SMOKING PERMITTED signs.
B.Â
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.Â
Smoking is also prohibited in all employee rest rooms, elevators,
hallways and areas containing office equipment used in common.
D.Â
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.
An enclosed smoking room may be designated, upon request, if
space is available.
Employee eating areas will contain nonsmoking areas large enough
to meet demand.
Conflicts should be brought to the attention of the appropriate
supervisory personnel. Employees may also file a formal complaint
with the Sullivan County Enforcement Officer.
A.Â
Employees found smoking outside of designated smoking areas will
be considered in violation of this policy and may be subject to penalties.
B.Â
Any offense committed against this chapter is hereby declared to
be a violation, punishable by a maximum fine of $250 or by imprisonment
for not more than 15 days, or both.
[Added 5-4-1992 by L.L.
No. 1-1992]
Copies of these rules will be posted and distributed to all
employees and to all prospective employees upon request.
[Amended 5-4-1992 by L.L.
No. 1-1992]
The Board of Trustees shall designate an agent to assist in
the enforcement of this chapter by notifying employees who are in
violation.
This chapter may be amended from time to time by resolution
of the Village of Woodridge Board of Trustees. All amendments shall
be in conformance with New York State law, and employees will be notified
accordingly.
