Smoking Policy

In accordance with the Michigan Clean Indoor Act, P.A. 198 of 1986 and the Berrien County Clean Indoor Air Regulation of 2007, the Smoking Policy is as follows:

All Campuses:

Smoking is strictly prohibited in all enclosed areas within this workplace, without exception. This includes common work areas, auditoriums, classrooms, conference and meeting rooms, private offices, elevators, hallways, cafeterias, employee lounges, stairs, restrooms, employer owned or leased vehicles, storage areas, closets, lobbies, reception areas and all other enclosed facilities. This policy applies to all employees, clients, independent contractors, students and visitors.

Smoking is prohibited within twenty-five feet of entrances, windows and ventilation systems except in designated areas. All smoking trash receptacles and ashtrays shall be placed outside the no smoking area to discourage smoking in those areas.

Mendel Center:

Smoking is only permitted within the building when it is part of a stage production.

South Haven Campus (Van Buren County):

Pursuant to the goal of protecting the public health and welfare by regulating smoking in public places and places of employment, the South Haven Campus will follow the same requirements set forth by the regulation for our Berrien County campuses.

No Retaliation:

No person or employer shall discharge, refuse to hire or in any manner retaliate against any employee, applicant for employment, student or customer because such employee, applicant, student or customer communicates a desire for a smoke-free environment.

Lake Michigan College - 2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 927-8100
LMC at South Haven - 125 Veterans Boulevard, South Haven, MI 49090 (269) 637-7500
LMC at Bertrand Crossing - 1905 Foundation Drive, Niles, MI 49120 (269) 695-1391
M-TEC at LMC - 400 Klock Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 926-6832