Joint Regulation on the Implementation of Smoke Free Zones

Minister of Health Regulation No. 188/Menkes/PB/I/2011 has been issued jointly with Minister of Domestic Affairs Regulation No. 7 of 2011 on Implementation Guidelines for Smoke Free Zones (‘Joint Regulation’) to protect the public and the environment against the harmful effects of tobacco smoke. The Joint Regulation aims to regulate smoke free zones, particularly in the regions.

A smoke free zone is an area or a space in which it is prohibited to smoke, produce, sell, market, and/or promote tobacco products. Smoke free zones will cover the areas of health facilities, classrooms, child playgrounds, religious places, public transportation, workplaces and public places. Except for workplaces and public places, smoking room facilities are not permitted. The provided smoking room facilities have to fulfill such requirements, among others, as being located in an open-air area or room that is directly connected with open-air circulation, and being secluded from the main building or room.

Regional Governments (provincial and regency/municipal) have to implement the Joint Regulation by means of regional regulation, which has to address, at least: implementation of smoke free zones, public participation, law enforcement, prohibitions and obligations, and sanctions (administrative or fines).

The Minister of Domestic Affairs will conduct the general supervision and the Minister of Health the technical supervision of the implementation of the Joint Regulation. By means of public awareness and coordination, consultation, and/or monitoring and evaluation.

The Joint Regulation has been in force since 28 January 2011.