CSC MEMORANDUM CIRCULAR NO. 30

: The smoking prohibition was promulgated pursuant to CSC Resolution No. 91-787 dated July 4, 1991.
: Smoking is prohibited inside government offices, buildings, hospitals, medical, dental and optical clinics and dispensaries, corridors, stairways, elevators, canteens, classrooms and within the premises of all public schools (with some exceptions), enclosed government gathering places, storerooms or record rooms, carriers of inflammable liquids and combustible materials, and government vehicles or vessels.
: No. For collegiate and higher levels, the prohibition applies only to classrooms and all other enclosed rooms within the premises including public libraries and public research rooms/areas.
: Yes. The prohibition does not apply to areas that have been designated as smoking areas with sufficient ventilation and available exhaust fans.
: Legible 'NO SMOKING' signs must be provided and posted in conspicuous places in all areas where smoking is prohibited.
: The act of smoking covers carrying lighted cigars, cigarettes, pipes, or other smoking paraphernalia.
: Violation of this Circular shall be considered as a ground for disciplinary action against the offender.
: The Memorandum Circular took effect upon its approval on July 4, 1991.
: The Circular was signed by Patricia A. Sto. Tomas, the Chairman of the Civil Service Commission.
: Yes, smoking is prohibited inside government vehicles or vessels as per the Circular.