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Smoking Policy

Trappers Transport Ltd. has implemented a smoking policy to protect non-smokers from secondhand smoke while not depriving smokers of their right to smoke. The policy prohibits indoor smoking at all times. Smokers are only permitted to smoke during breaks in designated outdoor areas at least 8 meters from entrances. Employees who violate the policy frequently or cause issues like fires may face termination, while less serious infractions will result in disciplinary action as outlined in the progressive discipline policy.

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Smoking Policy

Trappers Transport Ltd. has implemented a smoking policy to protect non-smokers from secondhand smoke while not depriving smokers of their right to smoke. The policy prohibits indoor smoking at all times. Smokers are only permitted to smoke during breaks in designated outdoor areas at least 8 meters from entrances. Employees who violate the policy frequently or cause issues like fires may face termination, while less serious infractions will result in disciplinary action as outlined in the progressive discipline policy.

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SMOKING POLICY

INTENT
Trappers Transport Ltd. is committed to ensuring the workplace is safe and healthy for all
employees. This policy outlines our rules regarding smoking in the workplace which aims to
protect non-smokers without unreasonably depriving smokers of their right to smoke.

SCOPE
This policy applies to all employees of Trappers Transport Ltd. as well as to visitors, contractors,
and temporary staff. Smokers need to follow this policy for the following reasons:
 Protect non-smokers from second-hand smoking.
 Avoid setting off alarms and smoke detectors.
 Preserve an image of a clean workplace.
 Avoid fires from discarded cigarettes.

POLICY
Our policy refers to the use of tobacco, including vape products. As a general rule, smoking is
not allowed indoors. This rule refers to:
 Working areas Warehouses
 Hallways Shop / Washbay
 Staircases Lunchrooms / Lounge
 Restrooms

Smoking is prohibited indoors at any time, not just during working hours. If an employee stays
late at work, they’re still obliged to follow this policy.

Employees are only permitted to smoke during their scheduled breaks at designated smoking
areas located 8 meters away from the building entrance or exit as stipulated by the Smoking
Laws and Enforcement in Manitoba. Management has posted signage where smoking is
permitted. Smokers are expected to:
 Extinguish their cigarettes and discard them only in appropriate containers.
 Avoid smoking when they have scheduled meetings with clients or vendors.
 Avoid smoking near flammable objects and areas.

DISCIPLINARY CONSEQUENCES
Trappers Transport Ltd. expects employees to respect this policy and their colleagues. The
company will take disciplinary action towards employees who disregard this policy:
 Employees who violate this policy frequently or cause severe problems (e.g. fires) may
face consequences up to and including termination.
 Employees who violate this policy infrequently or don’t cause major issues will be
subject to disciplinary actions based on the existing Progressive Discipline Policy.

The Management is responsible for taking appropriate action after investigation of incidents
thoroughly.

Policy Created on: April 17, 2023

Trappers Transport Ltd.


1300 Redonda Street, Sunnyside, Manitoba, R5R 0E7
Phone 204-697-7647 Fax 204-633-6253

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