Untangling legislation | As Vaping dominates the world, what does HR need to know about the legalities?

As vaping becomes an increasingly popular alternative to traditional smoking, the workplace dynamic, one that traditionally allowed for workers to fuel their habits within the workday, is shifting.

With the proportion of vapers surpassing smokers (7.6% compared to 3.7% in 2023), its incumbent on HR practitioners to navigate a host of evolving legislation and information on workplace vaping regulations.

Company policy

There’s been lots of talk about the legalities of smoking in all forms and, as with cigarettes, the cornerstone of managing vaping in the workplace lies in clear and comprehensive company policies.

David Phillips from Vape Superstore spoke on this subject in a recent statement, and underscored the importance of familiarising oneself with these policies.