Mandatory Posting of No Smoking Signs in Public Land Transportation Terminals
- Terminal operators, administrators, managers, and owners must post at least one No Smoking sign at each entrance.
- At least one additional sign must be prominently displayed in the waiting areas.
Mandatory No Smoking Signage in Public Utility Vehicles
- Certificate of Public Convenience (CPC) holders must prominently display No Smoking signs inside their vehicles.
- Location and size requirements vary by vehicle type:
- Jeepneys: One sign (3.5 sq. in) at the back of the windshield, another sign (10 sq. in) behind the front row seats.
- Taxis/FX and similar vehicles: One sign (3.5 sq. in) on the glove compartment at the front right side, another sign (10 sq. in) behind the driver’s seat.
- Buses: One sign (3.5 sq. in) at the back of the windshield, another sign (10 sq. in) behind driver’s seat facing passengers, or similarly prominent location.
- Other vehicles: Signs of equivalent sizes in prominent locations visible to passengers.
- The signs must visually depict a burning cigarette crossed out with a red bar occupying at least 90% of the sign or 70% accompanied by clear textual warnings such as “STRICTLY NO SMOKING” or its equivalent.
Prohibition on Designation of Smoking Areas
- Smoking areas may not be designated in indoor areas or nearby entrances, exits, or congregational spaces within terminals or vehicles.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Operators and drivers of PUVs are responsible for posting appropriate No Smoking signage.
- Drivers must warn violators and may ask non-compliant passengers to leave the vehicle.
- Terminal administrators and owners must post signage and enforce the smoking prohibition among passengers.
Penalties for Violations
- 1st Offense: Fine of P500 for failure to post signs or for other infractions.
- 2nd Offense: Fine of P5,000 and suspension of Certificate of Public Convenience where applicable.
- 3rd Offense: Fine of P10,000 and cancellation of the Certificate of Public Convenience.
Implementation and Partnerships
- LTFRB will collaborate with government agencies, civil society, and private entities, excluding tobacco industry representatives, to implement and promote the smoke-free policy.
- Provision of stickers, posters, and information materials will be done to assist indigent PUV operators and drivers.
Effectivity and Supersession
- This Circular supersedes any inconsistent prior issuances.
- Effectivity is 15 days after publication in a newspaper of general circulation or the official gazette.