Tips for Talking to Your Employees
If an employee violates the tobacco-free policy use the following strategies to address the problem:
- Meet in a private place to discuss the problem.
- Let the employee tell his/her side of story.
- Be respectful. This change can be difficult for tobacco users.
- Clearly state that tobacco use on Maricopa County property is prohibited.
- Help the employee develop an acceptable plan. If the employee wants to quit, make sure to tell the employee about all available resources.
- Summarize the meeting and expectations moving forward.
- To avoid future disciplinary problems, schedule a follow-up meeting to determine if the agreed-upon plan is working. If it isn't, discuss alternative strategies.