Carbon Monoxide Dangers: Prevention
Carbon monoxide poisoning is the leading cause of poisoning deaths in the United States.
Every year more than 500 hundred people die from carbon monoxide poisoning.
The sad thing is carbon monoxide poisoning is preventable.
The problem with this deadly gas is the fact that it is an odorless and colorless gas.
Often, by the time a person may suspect that there is a problem, it is too late and they have already been exposed.
If you ever think that you have been exposed to carbon monoxide, or are breathing carbon monoxide, get to fresh air immediately; then seek medical help.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is very serious and is truly a silent killer.
The best way to avoid poisoning from this deadly gas is of course with prevention.
First off, you want to have a CO detector.
Make sure your detector is an audible detector so that it can be heard in the event you are asleep when CO exposure is an issue.
I am sure you have read about the sad stories of people dying in their sleep from CO poisoning.
If these victims would have had an audible detector, they might still be here today.
Carbon monoxide is produced anytime a fuel such as kerosene, gas or wood is burned.
There are many appliances in the home that are used for burning these fuels and can be a potential problem if not monitored regularly to assure that everything is functioning properly.
Backdrafting can be a major issue with CO.
If for example, a range-top fan is used, backdraft can occur causing the deadly gas to be pushed back into the home.
The same thing can happen with blocked chimneys and flues.
Another dangerous appliance for the production of this deadly gas is gas fueled space heaters.
If overused, these space heaters can malfunction and produce CO.
Other sources of this deadly gas are the usage of indoor grills, using stoves to heat a home for prolonged periods of time and furnaces.
It is a good idea to have all of your fuel burning appliances inspected at least once a year.
If your furnace is not heating the house like it used to, or must constantly run, there may be a problem.
Do not try and fix equipment yourself.
Furnaces, heaters, stoves, etc.
require professionals for proper repair and service.
So remember, CO is a deadly gas and is very serious.
Prevention of exposure is the most important consideration (I suggest using an audible detector).
Every year, be sure to have all fuel-burning appliances checked by a professional to ensure that each appliance is safe and working as it should.
Every year more than 500 hundred people die from carbon monoxide poisoning.
The sad thing is carbon monoxide poisoning is preventable.
The problem with this deadly gas is the fact that it is an odorless and colorless gas.
Often, by the time a person may suspect that there is a problem, it is too late and they have already been exposed.
If you ever think that you have been exposed to carbon monoxide, or are breathing carbon monoxide, get to fresh air immediately; then seek medical help.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is very serious and is truly a silent killer.
The best way to avoid poisoning from this deadly gas is of course with prevention.
First off, you want to have a CO detector.
Make sure your detector is an audible detector so that it can be heard in the event you are asleep when CO exposure is an issue.
I am sure you have read about the sad stories of people dying in their sleep from CO poisoning.
If these victims would have had an audible detector, they might still be here today.
Carbon monoxide is produced anytime a fuel such as kerosene, gas or wood is burned.
There are many appliances in the home that are used for burning these fuels and can be a potential problem if not monitored regularly to assure that everything is functioning properly.
Backdrafting can be a major issue with CO.
If for example, a range-top fan is used, backdraft can occur causing the deadly gas to be pushed back into the home.
The same thing can happen with blocked chimneys and flues.
Another dangerous appliance for the production of this deadly gas is gas fueled space heaters.
If overused, these space heaters can malfunction and produce CO.
Other sources of this deadly gas are the usage of indoor grills, using stoves to heat a home for prolonged periods of time and furnaces.
It is a good idea to have all of your fuel burning appliances inspected at least once a year.
If your furnace is not heating the house like it used to, or must constantly run, there may be a problem.
Do not try and fix equipment yourself.
Furnaces, heaters, stoves, etc.
require professionals for proper repair and service.
So remember, CO is a deadly gas and is very serious.
Prevention of exposure is the most important consideration (I suggest using an audible detector).
Every year, be sure to have all fuel-burning appliances checked by a professional to ensure that each appliance is safe and working as it should.
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