Code of Maryland Regulations
Title 10 - MARYLAND DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH
Part 3
Subtitle 19 - DANGEROUS DEVICES AND SUBSTANCES
Chapter 10.19.04 - Prohibition of Smoking in Indoor Areas Open to the Public
Section 10.19.04.06 - Posting of Signs

Universal Citation: MD Code Reg 10.19.04.06

Current through Register Vol. 51, No. 19, September 20, 2024

A. An indoor area open to the public and every public entrance to an indoor area open to the public where smoking is prohibited under Regulation .05A of this chapter shall display conspicuously a "NO SMOKING" sign that conforms to the requirements of Regulation .06E of this chapter.

B. A hotel or motel room in which smoking is permitted shall display a sign containing the words "SMOKING PERMITTED IN THIS ROOM" conforming to the following requirements:

(1) The words "SMOKING PERMITTED IN THIS ROOM" are in capital letters;

(2) The background and the print are in contrasting colors; and

(3) The letters "SMOKING PERMITTED IN THIS ROOM" on the sign are a minimum of 1 inch in height.

C. An indoor area open to the public and every public entrance to an indoor area open to the public where smoking is prohibited in a hotel or motel shall display conspicuously a "NO SMOKING" sign that conforms to the requirements of Regulation .06E of this chapter.

D. A vehicle where smoking is prohibited under Regulation .04D of this chapter shall display conspicuously a "NO SMOKING" sign that conforms to the requirements of Regulation .06E of this chapter.

E. A "NO SMOKING" sign:

(1) Shall contain:
(a) The words "NO SMOKING";

(b) The international symbol for "No Smoking", consisting of a pictorial representation of a burning cigarette enclosed in a circle with a bar across the circle; or

(c) A combination of the words "NO SMOKING" and the international symbol for "No Smoking"; and

(2) May contain additional information, such as:
(a) The words, "For information on quitting smoking, call 1-800-QUIT NOW (1-800-784-8669)"; or

(b) The words "WARNING: TOBACCO SMOKE CAUSES CANCER AND HEART DISEASE AND CAN HARM YOUR CHILD."

F. The owner or person in charge shall ensure that a sign required under this regulation is conspicuously posted and in good condition.

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