Do you vape at work?

[wwmoggy]

would if Could but I am retired (1991) & wished I had was a Heavy smoker at work

 

[Lord Adef]

Hi Lauren,

I work in the music business and as you know music studios are closed enviroments. Before vaping I had to go outside to have a ... but now I vape during the sessions. My sound engineers got used to it and never had any complaint at all. I also vape in meetings. Again, without any problems. If you need anything from me just sent me a PM, I wouldn't mind you using my real name.
BRegards

 

[iamzg]

The old man is 75 but it seams that his 37 years old wife and his smoking habit keep him alive until now. The very first thing that we did when we bought the airplane, was to rip-off an non smoking sign from the entrance door and buy lots of ashtrays

George

Wow man that's nuts. I thought I was bad.

 

[Blitzcrunk]

Where I worked before (call center) they used to allow it and the production floor was always hazy from the vapors. much has changed then. *sigh*

 

[OBE1]

I am pretty sure the OP has left the building.... Must have got her story figured out.

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[kathi17]

I am pretty sure the OP has left the building.... Must have got her story figured out.

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I hope she lets us know what issue the story is going to run in.

 

[~Ricky~]

I just got an email from Blu cigs (I had registered w/them when I first tried them and started vaping) saying this is a WSJ survey about smoking at work. I figured it may be related to this thread so figured I'd post the link for anyone wanting to participate. No relationship with anyone, no dog in the hunt, etc, etc:

Electronic Cigarettes at Work?

Here is more info from the original email I received, edited to remove the marketing stuff:

In 2014 we resolve to help you take back your freedom! Where would you like to use your blu eCigs electronic cigarette most—perhaps the workplace? Does your employer let you use your electronic cigarette at work? We want to know! To participate in our poll, please use the link provided below, respond to a few questions and get your voice heard today:

WSJ Poll: Get Your Voice Heard For More Information: visit www.blucigs.com or Contact Customer Service at 1-888-207-4588

 

[kathi17]

Maybe they are adding this poll to get larger numbers, and answers from people who aren't connected to this forum as well as from people who are.

With only two answers, and the fact that my business is just my mother and I, I couldn't participate, but thanks for letting us know!

 

[farmerjim3000]

At the office all the smoking is in the back storage room, since I started vaping the back room is just a stink hole, I can't stand to smell the smokers. It has been 50 days today and no looking back.

 

[LW in NYC]

Hi all, thanks for your contributions and comments and insights. Here's the final version of the story (it may be behind a paywall, in which case I think you can access it by searching for it in Google and clicking the links that come up).

E-Cigarettes Spark New Workplace Issue for Employers - WSJ.com

Best,
Lauren

 

[PoeDung]

I vape at work, but the city I live in treats vaping like smoking so I have to outside.

 

[Fisheeboy]

I also vape at work. I don't do it in front of customers and I usually only take a few puffs here and there throughout the shift. If I feel like I need to take more than a few puffs then I step outside get my five or six and then I'm good to go. My boss said it was okay to do so but then later said that I probably shouldn't any more because corporate may not approve. Well, I wait to hear that from corporate. Until then I will continue to take a puff here and there while I work. Not to be defiant but because there is no one around to see or take offense.

 

[mdunn07]

Yes, I vape at work. I do it all the time on my breaks and lunch. At first I got a few strange looks, I live in the Midwest, most people aren't used to it. But shortly after explaining what it was and how different it is from years ago, I have even convinced a few of my coworkers to quit smoking and switch to vaping! I was one of the first people that I knew of over 1000 associates. Now, I see more and more people using them and they are not smoking anymore! It's a great feeling.

 

[kathi17]

Hi all, thanks for your contributions and comments and insights. Here's the final version of the story (it may be behind a paywall, in which case I think you can access it by searching for it in Google and clicking the links that come up).

E-Cigarettes Spark New Workplace Issue for Employers - WSJ.com


Best,
Lauren

Thanks so much Lauren.

Yes, it's behind a paywall, and unfortunately I had to drop my subscription last year after my husband got laid off for the second time. I love the WSJ, and subscribed for years.

I'll google it and see if I can find it.

 

[Yellow Hawk]

My name is my handle, Dr. Robert Yellow Hawk. And, since I run a small clinic, NO ONE may smoke/vape inside the clinic, as many people are trying to quit in that environement. Plus a medical establishment, is not a bar, or restaurant. A BIT DIFFERENT. I vape, but, OUTSIDE. Out the Back as a matter of fact, I bring my trusty Kraken, and all I need is about 2 vapes on it, to get my nic. fix for HOURS.

 

[Vapo Marx]

I found a non-paywalled link to the article:

E-Cigarettes Spark Dilemma for Employers

For my part, I vape at work. I don't believe it's allowed, strictly speaking, but I practice discretion and just avoid doing it around people I don't know or anyone who'd be likely to complain about it.

 

[kathi17]

I found it by googling. I thought it was a fair report, and in my opinion, it leans more toward allowing vaping.

 

[thirtyfour41]

I do, I work in a cube so most people don't see me. Although I'm sure they may see the vapor rise every now and then.

 

[QuietProSF]

For those of you interested in where this information goes and how its used the article ran today... But you have to subscribe. Im sure youll be able to find the text soon enough ill keep checking

E-Cigarettes Spark Dilemma for Employers - WSJ.com


Sorry you apparently beat me to it haha

 

[ACQPL]

I vape at work (in the UK) and I find that as long as your not having a conversation with a supervisor, all is well.. They tend to think your not paying attention if vaping !