[xrp]

The ban is being offered out of concern for the health and welfare of employees who work in those facilities and are exposed to second-hand smoke.

Employees who are concerned about alleged 2nd hand smoke effects shouldn't work at establishments where 2nd hand smoke would be a concern.

[SheLion]

Employees who are concerned about alleged 2nd hand smoke effects shouldn't work at establishments where 2nd hand smoke would be a concern.

Exactly right.  No one is holding a gun to their heads to work in a smoking establishment.

I remember one waitress complained to the boss about the smoking.  And this was a BAR for crying out loud.  Well, guess who hit the streets!  That waitress! hehe!  (Come to think of it, she might have been on the Maine committee to get even and force this ban!)