Workplace-related smoking in New South Wales: extent of bans, public attitudes and relationships with relapse.

Issue Addressed: Little research has examined issues surrounding employee smoking outside smoke-free workplaces. The study's aims were to: 1) document the proportion of NSW indoor employees covered by total workplace smoking bans; 2) examine community perceptions of employee smoking during working hours; 3) identify the characteristics of having a supportive attitude toward tobacco control in the workplace; and 4) describe relationships between smoking relapse and workplace-related smoking.

Methods: Two cross-sectional, computer-assisted telephone interview surveys of randomly selected adults were conducted.

Harm minimization in tan seekers: an exploration of tanning behaviour and the potential for substitutional use of sunless tanning products.

Exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light from the sun or solaria is a major contributor to high rates of skin cancer. The study aimed to explore the intentions of active tan seekers in relation to the substitutional use of sunless tanning products. Participants were reluctant to reduce UV exposure in favour of using sunless tanning products, which were considered to be another tanning method rather than an avenue for reducing skin cancer risk.

Outcomes of solarium industry efforts to improve compliance with recommended practices: a clear case for formal regulation.

Background: This study aimed to explore the effect of an industry-led self-education intervention on voluntary compliance with the international recommendations on solaria for cosmetic purposes in New South Wales, Australia, and to establish current compliance with recommendations. This study was conducted before the recent introduction of enforceable legislation in some Australian states.

Methods: Simulated customer visits were made to a sample of 106 solaria in 2003 and 2006.