Smoke-Free Workplace Policy (TX) | Practical Law

Smoke-Free Workplace Policy (TX) | Practical Law

A Texas-specific policy prohibiting smoking in the workplace and outlining the procedures for reporting a violation of the policy. Employers may implement a smoke-free workplace policy to protect employees from exposure to secondhand smoke. This policy can be incorporated into an employee handbook or used as a stand-alone policy document. This Standard Document applies only to private workplaces and it is based on Texas and federal law. Local law may impose additional or different requirements but this document will be useful and relevant to employers throughout the state. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.

Smoke-Free Workplace Policy (TX)

Practical Law Standard Document 0-601-7706 (Approx. 9 pages)

Smoke-Free Workplace Policy (TX)

by Practical Law Labor & Employment
Law stated as of 20 Mar 2023Texas
A Texas-specific policy prohibiting smoking in the workplace and outlining the procedures for reporting a violation of the policy. Employers may implement a smoke-free workplace policy to protect employees from exposure to secondhand smoke. This policy can be incorporated into an employee handbook or used as a stand-alone policy document. This Standard Document applies only to private workplaces and it is based on Texas and federal law. Local law may impose additional or different requirements but this document will be useful and relevant to employers throughout the state. This Standard Document has integrated notes with important explanations and drafting tips.