TVA absorbs the cost of the smoking cessation programs as part of its ongoing effort to maintain a safe and healthful work environment for TVA employees. Each TVA owned or leased building shall be provided with a minimum of one entrance with an exterior Smoke Free Zone that is handicap accessible. Signage at each location will be used as appropriate to identify each Smoke Free Zone. Violation Policy Employees who violate this policy are subject to current disciplinary practices. In most situations, they will receive a verbal warning for the first offense, a written warning for the second offense, a suspension for the third offense, and termination for a fourth offense.
Employees Comply with the smoking policy.
Obtain reimbursement forms from the Employee Service Center or the Insidenet, Forms. Supervisors Ensure the smoking policy is enforced. Employee Benefits Provide guidelines for approval of outside smoking cessation programs or aids. Corporate Health and Safety Provide short-term, confidential counseling. Employee Wellness Program Offer classes to help employees who want to stop smoking.