Smoke-free Imperial

We are asking all staff and students for help in implementing the policy but particularly staff in a management position to contribute to the enforcement of this policy, by politely asking anyone they see breaching it to desist. 

Imperial’s responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work Act and the Health Act 2006 mean that we have a duty to limit our community’s exposure to passive smoking.

The use of e-cigarettes is not permitted in any College buildings, or anywhere near entrances or air ducts where their emissions could enter buildings.

For reasons of practicality, smoking is permitted in Beit Quad, at least 5 metres away from the south wing, on Wednesday and Friday evenings during term-time when major ticketed events are being held. 

We would encourage all smokers to consider accessing support to quit smoking. But for those students and staff who choose to smoke, the policy requires that they smoke off-campus and away from our buildings.

As our campuses are near residential homes, businesses and schools, we ask staff and students to be mindful of the health and well-being of our neighbours.