Within how many feet of the building are nicotine products not allowed to be used?

• A. Within 50 feet.
• B. Within 10 feet.
• C. Within 100 feet.
• D. No restriction.

Answer: (A)

A buffer zone around building entrances is used to protect people from secondhand smoke and vapor and to keep doors, windows, and air intakes clear of smoke drifting outside. Fifty feet provides enough distance so nicotine use is unlikely to enter the building or bother those stepping outside, while still being a practical rule for outdoor areas. A smaller distance would let smoke drift closer to doors and walkways, while no restriction would defeat the purpose of protecting indoor air quality. So, the rule specifies no nicotine use within fifty feet of the building.