Vinton County Health Department is now a 100% Tobacco Free Worksite

In light of the health concerns regarding tobacco use and second hand smoke, the Vinton County Board of Health has established the following tobacco policy:

The Vinton County Health Department will be a 100% tobacco free worksite effective 6/1/07.  this policy prohibits the use of any type of tobacco while within or on the property of the Health Department.  This policy also prohibits the use of tobacco in any Health Department owned vehicle.  No Health Department employee will demonstrate the use of tobacco while in a client's home.  This policy is for all persons entering Health Department property.  Appropriate signage is to be posted.

SMOKE FREE WORKPLACE ACT information is available by visiting the Ohio Department of Health Web site.

ODH Smoking and Tobacco use Website