There are more than 1,000 smokefree gambling venues in the U.S.
While 20 states and a growing number of cities now require all state regulated gambling venues to be smokefree indoors. Casino smoking areas, smoking rooms, and ventilation systems do not address the health hazards. There is no safe level of exposure to secondhand smoke. The smoking status of casinos can have a significant impact on the health of a community since they often serve such a central role as both a workplace and gathering place in the community. Plus, many thousands of visitors may be in the building at any given time for conventions, hotel stays, shopping, dining, or entertainment. Even one mid-sized casino complex can be a workplace for thousands of people. Inside a casino entertainment complex, it’s shared air for all the workers and visitors inside. Today’s casino industry serves as a top job sector in numerous states.
