As of April 15, 2006, all indoor workplaces and public places became smoke free. This law, enacted by the Senate and General Assembly of New Jersey, protects employees and the public from second hand smoke. Signage is required at every public entrance and must be properly maintained where smoking is prohibited. These signs will be placed at all main entrance doors within the next few weeks. Signs also must state that violators may be fined. The following fines can be levied if someone is caught or is turned in for breaking this law:

• A fine of not less than $250 for the first offense
• $500 for the second offense, and
• $1,000 for each subsequent offense

Enforcement at Kean University will be the responsibility of the Safety and Law enforcement personnel. Enforcement can and will be achieved by a complaint system where employees may be turned in to Environmental Health and Safety or Kean University Campus Police and then may be reported to the local Health Department of Union Township.

More information about the Smoke-Free Air Act will be provided at this year's Environmental, Health, and Fire Safety Fair on October 26 as well as looking on the Web at www.smokefree.nj.gov. Any questions feel free to contact the Environmental Health and Safety Officer at squaterm@kean.edu or at 7-3316.

Thank you in advance for your continued cooperation and support.