The Smoke-free Health Care Policy means that all NSW Health buildings, grounds and vehicles are smoke-free and vape-free (smoke-free) except for designated outdoor smoking areas set up by the local health district.
The aim of the policy is to reduce the risks to health associated with tobacco and e-cigarette use (smoking and vaping) by patients/clients, staff and visitors to NSW Health facilities and reduce the community's exposure to second-hand smoke and second-hand vape aerosol.