Opinion: Starting a petition at work?

[Coffee Addict]

I need opinions about starting a petition at work for a vaping section.
We used to be able to vape at work outside and in the breakroom, now seems they have said it is to be taken the same way as smoking and not done at all on the properity.
I am on a committee that speaks for the employees. I am sure that at least 80% of the employees vape and am sure at least another 15% it would not bother. SO, just wondering if this could be brought up at the next committee meeting and any suggestions what might help me get it approved.

 

[Javamon]

First - you probably want to refine your statistical estimates - for credibility. You're saying 80% of the entire workforce vapes?
How large a company?

First step should always be a professional, well thought out proposal cited at a committee meeting, not a petition.
If the committee thinks there is any merit, maybe later down the line the petition could make sense to help assemble more accurate statistics.

 

[93gc40]

First you are going to have to figure out how to dis-associate vaping, from smoking. Vaping a product and activity, which is at its core and was introduced to the WORLD as an anti-smoking product.

Good Luck, on your new job.

 

[caferacer]

Assuming your numbers are accurate, it's the 5% who would be bothered by indoor vaping that will ultimately kill your proposal.

 

[sparkky1]

Why can't they have a smoking section outside ? Do you work in a hospital ?

 

[ReigntheGamer]

Just think about worst case scenario are you ok with possibly losing your job fighting them on this issue. Also did the smokers petition or just accept it? That could give you an idea if your proposal would even have a shot of passing or not.

 

[DaveOno]

I would be armed with the studies done so far. All "they" know is it looks like smoke.

Ahh, the illiterati.

Look over these sites. Great information...

BMC Public Health | Abstract | Peering through the mist: systematic review of what the chemistry of contaminants in electronic cigarettes tells us about health risks

Characterization of chemicals released to the environment by electronic cigarettes use (ClearStream-AIR project): is passive vaping a reality?
http://clearstream.flavourart.it/site/wp-content/uploads/2012/09/CSA_ItaEng.pdf

The Ultimate List of E-Cig Studies: Are E-Cigs Actually Safe? *Updated 2/16/14 - onVaping

 

[Coffee Addict]

Thanks for the info.

 

[DaveOno]

Also, propose a solution to management. Ask for an area outside to vape. Point out there will not be any toxic cig butts (the reason smoking is banned on beaches and parks in many areas). And offer that the vapers will be responsible for keeping the area clean.

It has to be a win for them or they will just deny the idea.

Of course, it might be nothing to do with chemicals and toxins. It might be your employers concern of people not working and taking too many vape breaks.

But if it during your break or lunch break, they really have no reason to deny vaping outside, and far enough away from frequently used doorways. I wouldn't stand in front of the main door. Management wouldn't want employees loitering outside in view of clients or visitors. The loading dock is always a safe bet.

Good luck.

 

[Wruff]

85% vape?? Do you work at a vape shop that's banned vaping?




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[sub4me]

85% vape?? Do you work at a vape shop that's banned vaping?




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LOL, that was funny.

 

[DaveOno]

Hey Coffee Addict, if there are any smokers, wouldn't they feel discriminated against because (assuming you get permission to vape outside) you can and they can't? I'm just saying, not to be negative, but so you are aware of the possible backlash. I could see the smokers saying "F that, if we can't, then they can't".

A side benefit might be that the smokers might take up vaping to sate their nic urges during their break. Even if they vaped at work then smoked at home, that could lead some smokers to take up vaping and possibly quit. And that would be a win-win.

 

[Rickajho]

CASAA - The Consumer Advocates for Smoke-free Alternatives Association also has printable fact sheet handouts.