Prohibited act and covered places
- Smoking is prohibited in all government offices and buildings, including hospitals, medical, dental and optical clinics and dispensaries, including corridors, stairways, inside or elevators, and canteens.
- Smoking is prohibited in classrooms and within the premises of all public schools in all levels.
- 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.
- Smoking is prohibited inside all enclosed government places used for gatherings or assembly, including mess halls, faculty room, staff room, session halls, and function rooms.
- Smoking is prohibited inside all places for government storage, including storerooms or records room and carriers of inflammable liquids and combustible materials.
- Smoking is prohibited inside government vehicles or vessels.
Definition of “smoking” for enforcement
- Smoking includes the carrying of lighted cigar, cigarette or pipe, or other smoking paraphernalia.
Smoking areas exception
- The prohibition does not apply to areas designated as smoking areas.
- Designated smoking areas must have sufficient ventilation and available exhaust fans.
Posting of “No Smoking” signs
- Legible “NO SMOKING” signs must be provided.
- Signs must be posted in conspicuous places.
Disciplinary consequences for violation
- Violation of the Circular constitutes a ground for disciplinary action.