Harrogate Borough Council

 
 

Smokefree: Signage

The minimum legal standards are that smoke free signs must be:

  • Displayed at each public entrance to the premises, in a position that is prominently visible to persons entering the premises
  • Are A5 (148mm by 210mm) in size
  • Include the international red "no smoking" symbol and the words:
    "No smoking. It is against the law to smoke in these premises."

N.B. Workplaces which are already smoke free must also display the mandatory signs.

Signage in Vehicles

Vehicles must display 'No smoking' signs which should carry the international red 'no smoking symbol', in a prominent position in all smoke free vehicles .

How to obtain Signs

Smokefree signs can be downloaded from http://www.smokefreeengland.co.uk/resources/guidance-and-signage.html

You will also find most DIY, Hardware Stores and Signage Suppliers now have smokefree signage on sale.

If you have any questions about Smokefree, contact Customer Services on 0845 3006091.

Harrogate Borough Council, Council Offices, Crescent Gardens, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2SG, Tel: (01423) 500600