26. PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHEMENT OF SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENTS IN PUBLIC AND ENCLOSED PLACES.
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What is Executive Order No 26?
26. PROVIDING FOR THE ESTABLISHEMENT OF SMOKE-FREE ENVIRONMENTS IN PUBLIC AND ENCLOSED PLACES.
What are the public places where smoking is prohibited?
the absolute smoking ban applies to the following public places:
- centers of youth activity such as schools, preparatory schools, elementary schools, high schools, colleges and universities, youth hostels and recreational facilities for person under 18.
- elevators and stairwells.
What are the prohibited acts of RA 9211?
o Basis: RA 9211 Sec 10 prohibits the sale or distribution of cigarettes and other tobacco products within 100 METERS from any point of the perimeter of a schools, public playground, or other facilities frequented by minors.
What does RA 9211 regulate?
Republic Act No. 9211, also known as the Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003, is an omnibus law regulating smoking in public places, tobacco advertising, promotion and sponsorship, and sales restrictions, among other requirements.
What is national smoking ban?
Smoking bans, or smoke-free laws, are public policies, including criminal laws and occupational safety and health regulations, that prohibit tobacco smoking in certain spaces.
Can I smoke in my car Philippines?
Can you smoke in your car? Yes. The prohibition from smoking only applies to enclosed public places and public conveyances.
When did it become illegal to smoke indoors?
1 July 2007
A smoking ban in England, making it illegal to smoke in all enclosed work places in England, came into force on 1 July 2007 as a consequence of the Health Act 2006.
What is Republic No 9211?
9211. . AN ACT REGULATING THE PACKAGING, USE, SALE DISTRIBUTION AND ADVERTISEMENTS OF TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES.
Who approved RA 9211?
Republic Act 9211. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Representatives of the Philippine Congress Assembled: Section 1. Short Title – This Act shall be known as the “Tobacco Regulation Act of 2003.”
Can I smoke inside my car?
Although smoking is not prohibited inside private vehicles (it is banned in public transport) it is the act of tapping the burning ash that is found to be causing problems to other motorists.