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Hawaii Smoke Free Frequently Asked Questions Page 2 of 2 Smokers will still be able to smoke at home, in their cars and in outdoor areas that fall outside the reasonable distance provision of 20 feet from doorways, windows and ventilation intakes. Employees of businesses that continue to allow smoking after November 16, 2006, will be able to seek help and report violations to the Department of Health at 586-4613, without fear of retaliation. If the smoke of bars and nightclubs is what kept you away, it's time to dust off your dancing shoes. Nightlife in Hawarl will be smoke-free. How does the law affect my business? As a business owner or manager you will be responsible for compliance with the law. Clearly legible signs with either the words "Smoking Prohibited by Law" or the international "No Smoking" symbol are required to be conspicuously posted at the entrance to any place of employment or place open to the public where smoking is prohibited. If your business or facility is not covered by the language of the law, you may declare it smoke- free (including outdoor areas) by posting signs that designate it as such. Business owners and managers who allow patrons or employees to smoke in a facility that has been declared smoke-free under the Smoke-Free Hawal i law run the risk of fines and suspension or revocation of any licenses or permits issued to either the person or the place of business where the violation occurred. Any questions or concems about the new law may be directed to the Aloha United Way information line by calling 211 or to the Department of Health at 586-4613. Across the country the experience of going smoke-free has been positive for businesses - including bars. The trend has been for Increased revenues. According to the results of a poll conducted in fall 2005, 31% of voters say they would go out the same amount or more often if smoking were not allowed In bars and restaurants and 66% said the law won't affect how often they go out to bars and restaurants. Hawaii businesses should expect to see a positive economic impact with this new law. How do I file a complaint? You have three options: 1. File online at www.HawaiiSmokeFree.com 2. Write a letter to the Department of Health Tobacco Prevention and Education Program, 1250 Punchbowl Street, Room 217, Honolulu, HI 96813 3. Call the Aloha United Way helpline: 211. Ask to file a complaint over the phone, or request a form be sent to your address. If you would like to post a question, please click here. A~ Hcari AMERICAN CARS LA ^SSCCIATKM ~..m~ U.. Hawai i Maui Tobacco Fret KALLM N>tisYYliii Copyright 2006. All rights reserved. Smoke Free Hawaii. http://www.hawaiismokefree.com/faq.html 1/28/2008