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A smoking cessation incentive program for chemical employees: design and evaluation
G W Olsen1, R J Shellenberger, S E Lacy
1Dow Chemical Company, Midland, MI 48674.
American Journal of Preventive Medicine
|July 1, 1990
Summary
This study evaluated a workplace smoking cessation program, finding that 23.8% of participants successfully quit for six months. The Smoking Cessation Incentive Program (SCIP) demonstrated positive outcomes for employee health.
Area of Science:
- Occupational Health
- Public Health Interventions
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Worksite smoking cessation programs are prevalent but often lack rigorous evaluation.
- Employee wellness initiatives are crucial for corporate health strategies.
- Understanding the effectiveness of workplace interventions is key to reducing smoking rates.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of the Smoking Cessation Incentive Program (SCIP) at Dow Chemical USA.
- To identify factors associated with successful smoking cessation in a corporate setting.
- To assess long-term cessation rates in a workplace intervention.
Main Methods:
- A voluntary Smoking Cessation Incentive Program (SCIP) was implemented for 7,516 employees.
- Participants (1,113) used methods including buddy programs, nicotine gum, self-help materials, clinics, and incentives.
- Logistic regression analysis compared cessation rates among different employee groups.
Main Results:
- 29.3% of SCIP participants quit smoking for at least one month.
- 23.8% of participants successfully quit for six months or longer.
- Administrators showed significantly higher six-month cessation rates compared to other job roles.
Conclusions:
- The SCIP demonstrated a significant success rate in helping employees quit smoking.
- Workplace interventions can be effective in promoting long-term smoking cessation.
- Targeted support and incentives may enhance cessation outcomes in occupational settings.