Safety Information
Making choices to inform ourselves about the dangers associated with Carbon Monoxide provides us with the knowledge that can keep ourselves, our families, and our neighbors safe. Click on the molecule icons below to link to even more information.
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Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is called the "Invisible Killer" because it is a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. More than 150 people in the Unites States die every year from accidental non-fire related CO poisonings. Click on the molecule icon above for more information.
Carbon Monoxide is the by product of incomplete combustion. Some examples of incomplete combustion in your home are gas water heaters, gas furnaces, gas ranges and ovens, wood burning fireplaces, fuel powered generators, and power washers and even charcoal grills. Click on the molecule icon above for more information.
If you suspect Carbon Monoxide in the dwelling you are in then immediately open windows and doors to ventilate, GET OUT OF THE DWELLING, and call 911. Click on the molecule icon above for more information.
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Carbon monoxide poisoning occurs when carbon monoxide builds up in your bloodstream by binding to the hemoglobin in your body. This action prevents oxygen from being transported to critical processes and essential organs in the body. Prolonged exposure to high concentrations of CO can lead to serious tissue damage, or even death. Click on the molecule icon above for more information.
Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide poisoning are similar to the flu, however, they can come on very suddenly and get worse within minutes. Click on the molecule icon above for all the symptoms of CO poisoning.
The absolute best way to prevent CO poisoning is have CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS in the buildings you inhabit. Whether at home, work, your child's daycare, school, or a hotel room CO Detectors can easily be placed to alert everyone that there is CO in the building. Click on the molecule icon above to larn about the best detectors and other IMPORTANT prevention measures.
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Safety Information: online media
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