The New York No Smoking Poster informs individuals that smoking or vaping is not permitted within the posted area.
Places where smoking or vaping is prohibited include:
- places of employment,
- bars,
- restaurants,
- enclosed indoor swimming areas,
- public transportation, including all ticketing, boarding and waiting areas, buses, vans, taxicabs and limousines,
- all places of employment where services are offered to children,
- all schools, including school grounds,
- all public and private colleges, universities and other educational and vocational institutions,
- general hospitals,
- residential health-care facilities, except separately designated smoking rooms for adult patients,
- commercial establishments used for the purpose of carrying on or exercising any trade, profession, vocation or charitable activity,
- all indoor arenas,
- zoos, and
- bingo facilities.
Posting Requirements
The No Smoking Poster must be prominently displayed and maintained where smoking is prohibited, as well as at every entrance. Violations of the New York Clean Indoor Air Act may result in a penalty of up to $1,000. For more information about the Act, visit the State of New York Department of Health website.