Chapter 15 Smokefree environments

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15.0 Introduction

15.1 Why implement smokefree environments?

15.2 Public opinion about smokefree environments

15.3 Opposition to and weakening of smokefree environment legislation

15.4 Smoking bans in key public areas and environments

15.5 Smoking bans in outdoor areas

15.6 Smoking bans in domestic environments

15.7 Legislation to ban smoking in public spaces

15.8 Immediate impact of smokefree legislation in improving air quality

15.9 Effectiveness of smokefree legislation in reducing exposure to tobacco toxins, improving health, and changing smoking behaviours

Section 15.7 updated by Claire Grace (2016)

Fourth edition (2012) updated by Kate Purcell, Dr Michelle Scollo, and Vicki Tumini

Third edition (2008) drafted by Dr Kathryn Barnsley and Dr Becky Freeman