How are daycares/child care facilities impacted by the law?
Smoking is prohibited in any enclosed areas of a daycare or child care facility, including those in private residences and vehicles used to transport children. The law does not provide any exemptions for when children may not be present. In addition, the Iowa Department of Human Services (DHS) child care center rules state: Item 1. Chapter 109.10(11) Smoking. Smoking and the use of tobacco products shall be prohibited at all times in the center and every vehicle used to transport the children. Smoking and the use of tobacco products shall be prohibited in the outdoor play area during hours of operation. Post nonsmoking signs at all entrances of the child care center and in every vehicle used to transport the children. All signs shall include the telephone number for reporting complaints, and the Internet address of the Department of Public Health (www.iowasmokefreeair.gov). Item 2. Chapter 110 Smoking and the use of tobacco products shall be prohibited at all times in the home, and in
