Emergency Home Preparation

Carbon Monoxide-Safety



Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning After an Emergency
http://emergency.cdc.gov/disasters/cofacts.asp

HIGHLIGHTS

Generators, grills, camp stoves, or other gasoline, propane, natural gas, or charcoal-burning devices should never be used inside a home, basement, garage, or camper - or even outside near an open window.
Every home should have at least one working carbon monoxide detector. The detector’s batteries should be checked at least twice annually, at the same time smoke detector batteries are checked.

INCLUDES:

Carbon monoxide
How to Recognize CO Poisoning
Important CO Poisoning Prevention Tips
Other Carbon Monoxide Resources

NOTE: Cross Posted in Preparing Your Home » Fuel » Fuels - General Information

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
http://www.carbonmonoxidekills.com/are-you-at-risk/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/[/color]

(SNIP) ... Carbon monoxide is produced by the incomplete combustion of carbon-containing fuels, such as gas (domestic or bottled), coal, oil, coke and wood. Gas stoves, fires, heating boilers, gas-powered water heaters, paraffin heaters, and solid fuel-powered water heaters are all potential sources of carbon monoxide. The problem arises when such appliances are poorly maintained, not serviced and housed in poorly ventilated areas. ---CONTINUED---

THE HIDDEN DANGER OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
http://www.carbonmonoxidekills.com/carbon-monoxide-facts/

(SNIP) ... Often, several members of the same family or those in a given building will complain of the same symptoms. Children are thought to be more susceptible to carbon monoxide poisoning than adults. Some people may not suspect that CO poisoning is occurring until major symptoms appear. Carbon Monoxide poisoning can mimic gastroenteritis (nausea and vomiting). Other manifestations may cause the appearance of what may appear to be a neurological or psychiatric disorder. High risk groups include infants, the elderly, pregnant women, and anyone with a previous history of cardiac insufficiency or chronic obstructive lung disease. ---CONTINUED---

Carbon Monoxide-Frequently Asked Questions
https://www.cdc.gov/co/faqs.htm

Includes:
What is Carbon Monoxide?
Where is CO found?
What are the symptoms of CO poisoning?
Who is at risk from CO poisoning?
How can I prevent CO poisoning in my home?
How can I avoid CO poisoning from my car or truck?

Carbon Monoxide Facts And Myths
https://healthybuildingscience.com/2013/02/22/carbon-monoxide-facts/

Are you concerned about possible Carbon Monoxide being present in your home or environment?

Below is a list that will help you stay safe.

Too often we get calls to our environmental consultants and hear misunderstandings about carbon monoxide (CO). Here are some carbon monoxide facts and common myths broken down. ---CONTINUED---