Smoking

It is well known that smoking and passive smoking have serious and far reaching health implications. Since 1 July 2007, under provisions of the Health Act 2006, all enclosed public places must operate a no smoking policy. The University is required by law under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974 to ensure the health, safety and welfare of employees whilst at work - a safe working environment which poses no risk to the health of its users.

Staff, students, customers, contractors and visitors are asked to respect the rights of others to enjoy a smoke-free environment. View the University’s No Smoking Policy for more information.

Quitting smoking

The Occupational Health Service has arranged with Pompey Quit, the local NHS stop smoking service to provide smoking cessation advice on campus in the form of a weekly drop in session.

Sessions will be on Tuesday lunchtimes from 12.00pm - 1.00pm beginning on Tuesday 26 February 2013. They will be held in Occupational Health, third floor, Nuffield Centre.

There is no need to book an appointment, just come along and speak to a specialist advisor who will be able to offer advice and support on kicking the habit, guidance on up-to-date information around the many issues to do with smoking and trying to quit, for example treatment options, staying quit, top tips and how to support others. Pompey Quit are also able to provide smoking cessation treatments such as patches, so a visit to your GP may not be necessary.

Sources of guidance and advice

Smoking Cost Calculator
NHS Smokefree
NHS Choices
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