Lesson 15 Flashcards
When were the amendments to smoke free air act enforced?
March 30 2003
Describe the smoke free air act
requires virtually all establishments w/employees to be smoke free
5 steps to comply to the smoke free air act
1) talk w/ customers
2) talk w/ employees
3) post signs at all entrances
4) remove all ashtrays from premises
5) contact NYCDOHMH for further info
Name 2 exceptions to the smoke free air act
1) tobacco/cigar bars in existence on Dec 31 2001 that derive at least 10% of income from these sales
2) non profit membership associations with no employees
What action must be taken by the exceptions to the smoke free air act to be valid exceptions?
- apply for exemption
- register w/ NYCDOHMH
What percentage of outdoor seating can be designated for smoking?
25%
Fine Range for 1st violation
200-400
Fine Range for 2nd violation
500-1000
Fine Range for 3rd violation
1000-2000
What happens to establishment if it is found in violation of the law 3 times w/in 12 months?
NYCDOHMH can revoke permit
Which office in the NYCDOHMH is responsible for the enforcement of law?
Bureau of Food Safety and Community Sanitation
What is the local law 47 and when was it signed into action?
- smoke free air ac
- dec 30 2002
When did the smoke free air act start being enforced?
march 30 2003
How many people does tobacco kill nationwide per year?
more than 440,000
How many NY-ers died last year because of 2nd hand smoking?
about 1000
Distribution of tobacco products thru vending machines is prohibited in all food businesses except for…
taverns
In which case will ‘service of food’ be considered incidental in taverns?
if food generations less tan 40% of total annual gross sales