Smoking on Campus: Complying with Utah’s Indoor Clean Air Act - As a state agency, the University of Utah is required to enforce the Utah Indoor Clean Air Act. Smoking is prohibited in all university buildings—whether leased, owned, or operated—as well as in state vehicles. Additionally, smoking is not allowed within 25 feet of any operable window, entrance, or air intake vent.
Urns placed near building entrances are intended for extinguishing and disposing of smoking materials, not for use as designated smoking areas. With seasonal changes, more individuals tend to stay close to entrances rather than moving away, which can contribute to non-compliance.
Ensuring compliance with this policy is a shared responsibility:
✔ Step away from building entrances and air intakes before smoking.
✔ Use designated urns for proper disposal of smoking materials.
✔ Help spread awareness by sharing these guidelines with others.
For more information, refer to the Utah Indoor Clean Air Act or contact the Environmental Health and Safety Department at 801-581-6590.
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