[CONSOLIDATED] Singapore's Vaping Crisis. CNB, HSA monitoring situation

[Medicated Oil]

I still maintain,must whack the ceebee out of them. Not born perfect then must be molded to one,else become a pest to society. Tio boh @Shion ?

I dun disagree with whacking.
But, the kid nowadays are like too fragile.

 

[matrix05]

Vape can be smaller the half IC size. Is has a lithium battery to heat up the substances or don need? Those 2/3 Without etomidate, what are the active ingredients?

 

[エステ好きな野郎]

Next time 1 hour before school start strip search?

hiding inside underwear is next level stuff.

 

[psyger-zero]

I dun disagree with whacking.
But, the kid nowadays are like too fragile.

Born the same what,how can be too fragile? Got the galls to scream n misbehave in public means got the galls to face consequences.

 

[kage]

Anyway now Singapore how come so many vapes, they smuggle in or order online.

The authorities did not check and prevent vapes from coming into Singapore like restricted drugs??

 

[Medicated Oil]

Born the same what,how can be too fragile? Got the galls to scream n misbehave in public means got the galls to face consequences.

I dunno how to explain.
Just like 1 in 3 of them got mental issues.
Dun think most of us are like that in the past.

 

[psyger-zero]

I dunno how to explain.
Just like 1 in 3 of them got mental issues.
Dun think most of us are like that in the past.

Geng one is it? Mental problem from discipline? Gimme a break. More like due to bad influence or dysfunctional family like parents having affair etc. or maybe even cos of bullying cos not enough being done against bullies,which leads back to discipline issue.
Liddat lastime ns so shiong how many of my parents' generation males should all kee siao liao.

 

[kage]

I dunno how to explain.
Just like 1 in 3 of them got mental issues.
Dun think most of us are like that in the past.

Those fresh grad 20s start work at office their mentality and attitude was certainly different from those born before 90s, not saying good or bad

 

[eeLoyH]

Just install those airport scanners in school everyday must walk through and scan they can detect vapes

it’s whether the moe want to do anot.

 

[Suporter]

Just install those airport scanners in school everyday must walk through and scan they can detect vapes

it’s whether the moe want to do anot.

Ya man. Covid times got so many scanners installed. Now can clear the dust and activate them again.

 

[Medicated Oil]

Geng one is it? Mental problem from discipline? Gimme a break. More like due to bad influence or dysfunctional family like parents having affair etc. or maybe even cos of bullying cos not enough being done against bullies,which leads back to discipline issue.
Liddat lastime ns so shiong how many of my parents' generation males should all kee siao liao.

I am not so sure.
Some of them are mentally tofu.

 

[Medicated Oil]

Those fresh grad 20s start work at office their mentality and attitude was certainly different from those born before 90s, not saying good or bad

They are more informed as compared to the past.
The past gen resigned to the fate of being a rat.
The present gen believe that the rat race is not the only way out.
I guess the corporate culture also dun suit some of them.

 

[ZaiNan]

Anyway now Singapore how come so many vapes, they smuggle in or order online.

The authorities did not check and prevent vapes from coming into Singapore like restricted drugs??

Small item sure will slip through leakage

Shopee lazada tiktok amazon you think they can intercept how many polymailer?

 

[Medicated Oil]

must grill them until they harden!in the correct way of course,not in the delinquent way.

Dun think we can do that any more.
You should have heard about some kids who decided to be superman after they were whacked by their parents.
To be honest, I think I will be sian if I am a parent now.

 

[yperic]

HSA will not trace vape users who throw away e-vaporisers in disposal bins at 23 CCs​

A CCTV camera aimed at the bin deters theft of the disposed vapes and tampering, but had sparked concerns among some about being watched or identified. PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO

• HSA launched "Bin the Vape" allowing confidential vape disposal in red bins, promising no tracing of individuals who dispose of vapes.
• Concerns over CCTV surveillance and data use, reminiscent of the TraceTogether controversy, were addressed with assurances of protecting the public's privacy.
• Bins are secured, emptied regularly, and vapes incinerated to prevent misuse, encouraging users to quit before facing potential $2,000 fines.

SINGAPORE - Those who throw their vapes into designated disposal bins installed around Singapore can be assured their identities will not be traced, said the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) on July 26.

HSA said this in response to The Straits Times’ queries about the “Bin the Vape” initiative, regarding concerns about possible repercussions if vape users surrendered their devices.

Launched by HSA, the Ministry of Health and the People’s Association (PA) on July 25, bins were placed at 23 community clubs (CCs) and one residents’ network centre around the island.

Possessing, using or buying vapes carries a maximum fine of $2,000, but the authorities said during the launch that no action will be taken against those who voluntarily dispose of their vapes.

On July 26, HSA said: “We would like to assure members of the public that the Health Sciences Authority will not be tracing the identities of any persons who had binned the e-vaporisers.

“We strongly encourage the public to dispose of their e-vaporisers, if any, using these disposal bins as they offer a confidential, secure and responsible disposal method.”

The red bin resembles a normal trash bin – but with posters of the initiative plastered on its front and top, promising a safe and confidential disposal of vapes.

A CCTV camera aimed at the bin deters theft of the disposed vapes and tampering, but had sparked concerns among some about being watched or identified.

Privacy issues involving the use of data came up during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021, regarding data collected by contact tracing app and token TraceTogether.

The authorities had originally said there was no intention to use TraceTogether data as a means of picking up breaches of existing rules, but later said it could be used for criminal investigations.

This was because the Singapore Police Force is empowered under the Criminal Procedure Code to obtain any data, including TraceTogether data, for criminal investigations.

HSA also addressed concerns about theft and tampering of the vape disposal bins.

It said they are locked and secured to fixtures such as pillars. Once the vapes are dropped inside the bins, they will not be retrievable.

Cases of tampering or theft will be referred to the police.

HSA said vapes may contain illicit substances like etomidate or controlled drugs and should be disposed of properly in the bins.

HSA added: “These designated bins ensure these items are properly contained and destroyed, preventing them from being retrieved and potentially misused.”

It added these bins will be emptied regularly, and the disposed vapes will be sent to the incineration plants for proper destruction under close supervision.

The “Bin the Vape” initiative is meant to encourage vape users to quit before the law catches up with them.

The authorities noted that etomidate, a listed poison increasingly found in vapes here, will be classified as a Class C illegal drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act in the coming weeks.

On July 25, the authorities reminded vape users and those consuming etomidate to give up their habit immediately.

Members of the public can visit go.gov.sg/bin-vapes to locate the nearest bin.

HSA said the locations are not a reflection of rates of vape usage around Singapore, but were decided based on available and convenient locations island-wide and in consultation with the PA.

The bins will be progressively placed in other locations, such as at institutes of higher learning.



Since July 21, HSA has extended the operating hours for its Tobacco Regulation Branch hotline on 6684-2036 or 6684-2037 to report vaping-related offences.

The hotline operates from 9am to 9pm daily, including on public holidays. HSA has also launched a new online portal to report vaping-related offences at www.go.gov.sg/reportvape

 

[yperic]

HSA will not trace vape users who throw away e-vaporisers in disposal bins at 23 CCs​

A CCTV camera aimed at the bin deters theft of the disposed vapes and tampering, but had sparked concerns among some about being watched or identified. PHOTO: LIANHE ZAOBAO

• HSA launched "Bin the Vape" allowing confidential vape disposal in red bins, promising no tracing of individuals who dispose of vapes.
• Concerns over CCTV surveillance and data use, reminiscent of the TraceTogether controversy, were addressed with assurances of protecting the public's privacy.
• Bins are secured, emptied regularly, and vapes incinerated to prevent misuse, encouraging users to quit before facing potential $2,000 fines.

SINGAPORE - Those who throw their vapes into designated disposal bins installed around Singapore can be assured their identities will not be traced, said the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) on July 26.

HSA said this in response to The Straits Times’ queries about the “Bin the Vape” initiative, regarding concerns about possible repercussions if vape users surrendered their devices.

Launched by HSA, the Ministry of Health and the People’s Association (PA) on July 25, bins were placed at 23 community clubs (CCs) and one residents’ network centre around the island.

Possessing, using or buying vapes carries a maximum fine of $2,000, but the authorities said during the launch that no action will be taken against those who voluntarily dispose of their vapes.

On July 26, HSA said: “We would like to assure members of the public that the Health Sciences Authority will not be tracing the identities of any persons who had binned the e-vaporisers.

“We strongly encourage the public to dispose of their e-vaporisers, if any, using these disposal bins as they offer a confidential, secure and responsible disposal method.”

The red bin resembles a normal trash bin – but with posters of the initiative plastered on its front and top, promising a safe and confidential disposal of vapes.

A CCTV camera aimed at the bin deters theft of the disposed vapes and tampering, but had sparked concerns among some about being watched or identified.

Privacy issues involving the use of data came up during the Covid-19 pandemic in 2021, regarding data collected by contact tracing app and token TraceTogether.

The authorities had originally said there was no intention to use TraceTogether data as a means of picking up breaches of existing rules, but later said it could be used for criminal investigations.

This was because the Singapore Police Force is empowered under the Criminal Procedure Code to obtain any data, including TraceTogether data, for criminal investigations.

HSA also addressed concerns about theft and tampering of the vape disposal bins.

It said they are locked and secured to fixtures such as pillars. Once the vapes are dropped inside the bins, they will not be retrievable.

Cases of tampering or theft will be referred to the police.

HSA said vapes may contain illicit substances like etomidate or controlled drugs and should be disposed of properly in the bins.

HSA added: “These designated bins ensure these items are properly contained and destroyed, preventing them from being retrieved and potentially misused.”

It added these bins will be emptied regularly, and the disposed vapes will be sent to the incineration plants for proper destruction under close supervision.

The “Bin the Vape” initiative is meant to encourage vape users to quit before the law catches up with them.

The authorities noted that etomidate, a listed poison increasingly found in vapes here, will be classified as a Class C illegal drug under the Misuse of Drugs Act in the coming weeks.

On July 25, the authorities reminded vape users and those consuming etomidate to give up their habit immediately.

Members of the public can visit go.gov.sg/bin-vapes to locate the nearest bin.

HSA said the locations are not a reflection of rates of vape usage around Singapore, but were decided based on available and convenient locations island-wide and in consultation with the PA.

The bins will be progressively placed in other locations, such as at institutes of higher learning.



Since July 21, HSA has extended the operating hours for its Tobacco Regulation Branch hotline on 6684-2036 or 6684-2037 to report vaping-related offences.

The hotline operates from 9am to 9pm daily, including on public holidays. HSA has also launched a new online portal to report vaping-related offences at www.go.gov.sg/reportvape