Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless, and poisonous gas, which is why it is sometimes referred to as the “invisible killer.” Carbon monoxide poisoning is a common, industrial hazard, but many people are injured or killed by the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning at home and on vacation while in hotels, garages, cars, … Continue reading “Signs & Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning”
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Treatment Options
More than 50 percent of all carbon monoxide incidents occur within homes, and 20 percent occur in businesses of various types. If you believe someone you know or love is currently suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning, follow these treatment steps. 4 Steps to Take If You Suspect Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Move the victim(s) to fresh … Continue reading “Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Treatment Options”
How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning at Home
Many lives could be saved and much disability prevented if citizens could learn to recognize and prevent the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning. 3 Steps to Take in Your Home to Avoid Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Preventive efforts such as checking furnace flues, chimneys, and vents could help to alleviate the hazard. The use of good, … Continue reading “How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning at Home”
A Colorless, Odorless Killer
Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is a colorless and odorless gas that can injure or kill a person. Carbon monoxide is a byproduct of anything that burns fuel, such as cars and SUV’s, boat motors, stoves and grills and gas ranges, fireplaces and furnaces, lanterns, and other small engines. Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when CO … Continue reading “A Colorless, Odorless Killer”
