Alcohol and Controlled Substances

Student Violations:

Possession, consumption, being under the influence or furnishing of alcoholic beverages (as identified by federal or state law) or marijuana on college-owned or controlled property or at college or student organization supervised functions, except as provided by rules and procedures of the TBCC Board of Education.

Possession, consumption, being under the influence, or furnishing of a narcotic or dangerous drug, as defined by ORS 475 and ORS 167.203 to 167.252 (is now law or hereinafter amended), except when use or possession is lawfully prescribed by an authorized medical doctor or dentist.

Possible Student Penalties

• Expulsion from TBCC (i.e., permanent removal of the privilege to attend TBCC)
• Suspension from Tillamook Bay Community College for a definite period of time and/or pending the satisfaction of conditions for readmission, (i.e., suspension of the privilege to attend TBCC)
• Removal from class(es) for which the student is currently registered
• Restitution for damages
• A specified period of college and/or community service
• Disciplinary probation with or without the loss of privileges for a definite period of time. The violation of the terms of the disciplinary probation or the breaking of any college rule during the probation period may be grounds for suspension or expulsion from the college
• Disciplinary admonition and warning
• Any other sanction the College deems educationally appropriate.

Smokeless/Tobacco-Free Environment

TBCC is committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for its employees, students, and visitors. In light of the U.S. Surgeon General’s findings of exposure to second-hand tobacco smoke and use of tobacco pose significant health hazards, Tillamook Bay Community College has established a smokeless and tobacco-free environment. Consequently, in accordance with Board Policy 204, the use, distribution, or sale of tobacco, e-cigarettes, any smoking device, or carrying of any lighted smoking instrument, on college premises is prohibited. In addition, possession of tobacco products and inhalant delivery systems by persons under the age of 21 is prohibited on all Tillamook Bay Community College grounds and property. This includes, but is not limited to: in facility buildings, at facility-sponsored activities, in vehicles on facility grounds on all campuses, including satellite properties.

Guidelines

1. For the purpose of this administrative rule, smoking and “tobacco” include but are not limited to cigarettes, cigars, smokeless tobacco, chew tobacco, e-cigarette, and vaporizers.
2. All college employees, students, visitors and contractors are required to comply with this administrative rule, which shall remain in force at all times.
3. No tobacco-related advertising or sponsorship shall be permitted on TBCC property, at college-sponsored events or in publications produced by the college, with the exception of advertising in a newspaper or magazine that is not produced by Tillamook Bay Community College and which is lawfully sold, bought or distributed on campus property. For the purposes of this administrative rule, “tobacco-related” applies to the use of a tobacco brand or corporate name, trademark, logo, symbol or motto, selling message, recognizable pattern of colors or any other indicia of product identification identical or similar to, or identifiable with, those used for any brand of tobacco products or company which manufactures tobacco products.

Cessation Information or Programs

Smoking cessation programs are available for students and employees through the college and community agencies. Information about smoking cessation is available from student services.

Consequences of Violating Policy

1. Students and employees who repeatedly violate this policy may be subject to a minimum fine of $50 and /or disciplinary action to correct any violation and prevent further occurrences.
2. Employees who are not compliant with this policy should be reported to the director of facilities, human resources and safety and will be subject to disciplinary action per the college’s policy manual.
3. Students who are not compliant with this policy should be reported to the V.P. of student services and will be subject to disciplinary action per the Student’s Rights and Responsibilities policy.
4. Visitors and volunteers will be made aware of this policy through college signage and/or at the time of volunteer orientation. Visitors and volunteers who are not compliant with this policy should be reported to the director of facilities, human resources and safety and may be subject to sanctions.
5. Vendor and contractors will be made aware of this policy through the purchasing department, through their annual contracts and/or requests for proposals. Vendors and contractors who are not compliant with this policy should be reported to the Director of Facilities, Human Resources and Safety and may be subject to sanctions.

Additional resources

National organizations and Websites*

In addition to the American Cancer Society, other sources of information and support include:

Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC)

Office on Smoking and Health

Toll-free number: 1-800-232-4636 (1-800-CDC-INFO)

Web site: www.cdc.gov/tobacco

Offers information on tobacco, smoking, and quitting. Main site at www.cdc.gov has health information on many other wellness and prevention topics.

National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health

Toll-free number: 1-800-232-4636

Web site: www.cdc.gov/niosh

Offers information by phone and Web on workplace safety topics, and can look into potential hazards in workplaces if asked by employers or employees.

*Inclusion on this list does not imply endorsement by the American Cancer Society.