RESULTS OF A YEAR-LONG INCENTIVES-BASED WORKSITE SMOKING-CESSATION PROGRAM

This study evaluated the impact of a year-long incentives-based worksi te smoking-cessation program. Nineteen moderate-sized worksites, emplo ying a total of approximately 1100 smokers, were randomized to Incenti ve or No Incentive conditions. All identified smokers in the worksite were considered as subjects, whether or not they participated in the i ntervention. Analyses were conducted at both the worksite and individu al level, and using both self-reported and biochemically validated ces sation as endpoints. The incentive program did not significantly impro ve cessation rates at either the 1-year or 2-year follow-up assessment s. We conclude that more broadly focused interventions that also addre ss worksite smoking policies, skills training, and cessation resources , or programs that target additional risk factors are needed to substa ntially enhance quit rates.