KCFD Clean Air Work Environment Guidelines

Vocabulary flashcards based on the Kansas City, Missouri Fire Department General Administrative Guideline 2-7 regarding Clean Air Work Environment.

Purpose of GAG 2-7

To provide a clean air work environment in all Kansas City, Missouri Fire Department facilities and vehicles.

Scope of GAG 2-7

Applies to all Fire Department Facilities and vehicles, and all personnel.

Facility Designated Smoking Area

Areas officially designated "SMOKING PERMITTED" on the apparatus bay floor.

Smoking Distance Restrictions

Generally, smoking will not be permitted within 50' from a doorway to living space or 50' from air handling equipment.

Vehicle Smoking Policy

Smoking is prohibited in all KCFD vehicles of which multiple personnel are assigned and where they are carrying passengers.

Policy Enforcement Responsibility

It is the responsibility of all fire officers to enforce the clean air work environment policy.

Facility Signage Requirements

"NO SMOKING" signs displayed at the entrance to all FD facilities, and "SMOKING PERMITTED" signs displayed where smoking is permitted.

Employee Health Advocate

The contact person for members seeking information on the KCFD Smoking Cessation Program.

Responsible Committee

HWS (Health and Wellness Subcommittee / Committee responsible for GAG 2-7).

Effective Date of GAG 2-7

5-1-06 (Reviewed on 10/13/16, with a next review date of 10/13/18).