PURPOSE
To establish Teachers College policy and procedure in conforming with NYS and NYC regulations pertaining to smoking or vaping tobacco and/or nicotine products on College property.
SCOPE
This policy applies to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
RESPONSIBILITY
The interpretation and administration of this policy shall be the responsibility of the Director of Public Safety or their equivalent.
POLICY
NYS Public Health Law, Article 13-E, known as the Clean Indoor Air Act (CIAA,) prohibits the smoking of tobacco products and use of vapor products in nearly all indoor and certain outdoor public and workplaces.
The NYC Smoke Free Air Act (SFAA) prohibits smoking and the use of electronic cigarettes in most workplaces and public spaces. This applies to any substance, including cannabis, and includes areas near hospital entrances, in parks, beaches and pedestrian plazas. The SFAA also prohibits the use of smokeless tobacco at sports arenas and recreational areas that issue tickets.
Therefore, and in accordance with the NYC Smoke-Free Air Act and the NYS Clean Indoor Air Act, the College prohibits smoking of any kind, the use of smokeless tobacco products, the use of e-cigarettes, and the use of vaping devices of any kind in all College buildings and common areas including private offices, lounges, rooftops, residence halls, including rooms and apartments, and the Russell Courtyard. Smoking is also prohibited within fifty (50) feet of all building entrances.
Smoking, vaping, smokeless tobacco use, and e-cigarette use where prohibited is a violation of both Teachers College policy and, in most cases, New York City and State law. Violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action within TC as well as legal penalties.
PROCEDURE
Violations of the Smoke-Free Campus Policy should be reported to the Office of Public
Safety by telephone at number 212-678-3333, or by email to publicsafety@tc.edu.
Responsible Office: Public Safety
Last Updated: October 19th, 2022