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Smoking behavior in a smoking workplace.
J Chong1, M Ingram, D J Mcclelland
1Department of Family and Community Medicine, College of Medicine, University of Arizona, Tucson 85716, USA. jchong@u.arizona.edu
Journal of Substance Abuse
|October 12, 2000
Summary
Working in a smoking environment did not increase smoking rates among casino employees. However, the amount of smoking significantly decreased, especially among younger employees.
Area of Science:
- Environmental Health
- Occupational Health
- Tobacco Control Research
Background:
- Workplace environments can influence employee health behaviors.
- Casino employees are often exposed to smoking environments.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate if working in a smoking environment affects smoking behavior.
- To assess changes in smoking prevalence and amount among casino employees.
Main Methods:
- A survey was administered to casino employees between September and November 1997.
- Standardized tobacco use questions ensured comparability with national trends.
- Data from 587 returned surveys (77% response rate) were analyzed.
Main Results:
- The proportion of smokers did not significantly change due to the work environment.
- The amount of smoking significantly decreased among employees (one-sample t-test).
- Younger smokers tended to increase consumption, while older smokers decreased it.
Conclusions:
- Working in a smoking environment may lead to a decrease in smoking behavior.
- Further research into smoking aversion strategies in occupational settings is warranted.