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FAQs

We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs), ECU smoke-free campuses including maps of non-smoking areas, second hand smoke, and your rights.

Why is the University smoke-free?

As an institute of higher learning, the University wants to encourage healthier lifestyle choices for staff, students and the wider community who share and visit our campuses.

Introducing a smoke-free environment followed feedback from members of the University community and consultation with a range of key stakeholders.

We have a legal responsibility to provide a safe workplace and to protect staff, students and visitors from the serious health risks associated with exposure to second hand smoke (passive).

Where does the smoke-free initiative apply?

The smoke-free initiative will apply to ALL University campuses, Joondalup, Mount Lawley, Bunbury and facilities including carparks and ovals and all University leased premises.

Who is affected by the smoke-free initiative?

Anyone who studies works or visits ECU campuses including general public and contractors.

What harmful products are included in the smoking ban?

Smoking cigarettes, e-cigarettes, cigars, pipes or the use of any product that emits harmful or toxic substances.

What about University residential facilities?

As the student villages are on University grounds they are the homes of the residents so special arrangement has been established which allows residents to smoke in designated external smoking areas. This is an interim measure that will be reviewed.

Is second hand smoke really harmful?

Medical evidence is irrefutable that second hand smoke (passive smoke) causes serious diseases and harm to others, including non-smokers.

What support will be provided to staff and students that wish to stop smoking?

The University actively supports staff and students who want to stop smoking.

What happens if I continue to smoke?

Member of the University community will advise you that all University campuses are smoke-free and request that the tobacco product be put out or you move off University grounds.

What happens if I refuse to stop smoking?

At this stage we are strongly encouraging people to refrain from smoking on ALL University campuses. The University by laws have been amended to include smoking is prohibited and failure to comply may result in disciplinary action.

Who will be policing this initiative?

Everyone. It is your right and responsibility to maintain a healthy and safe workplace, if you see people smoking anywhere on ECU grounds you are within your rights to respectfully ask them to move off the campus or put the cigarette out.

What about the rights of smokers?

The policy is about where people can smoke so that their smoke doesn’t cause harm to others. Non-smokers have a right to breathe clean air that is not contaminated by carcinogens and other harmful substances in tobacco smoke.

What support will be provided to staff and students that wish to stop smoking?

The University has developed a range of support programs to assist staff and students who would like to stop smoking. For further information, and if you wish to take advantage of these initiatives, see our self-help Assistance and quitting web page.

Where can I smoke on-campus?

Nowhere, the By Laws have been changed to indicate that smoking is not permitted on any University grounds – please check the campus maps below for further clarification.

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