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• #1

  https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/all-around/Pages/How-to-Prevent-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning.aspx

  Each year in the United States, around 50,000 people go to emergency departments for carbon monoxide poisoning, and more than 400 people die from it. […] Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help protect your family from CO poisoning. […] The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) encourages families and communities to work together to protect children against carbon monoxide poisoning, especially during a crisis or disaster when the power goes out. […] To protect against carbon monoxide poisoning or exposure, your home should have at least one carbon monoxide detector on each floor. […] If your detector alarm goes off, leave the house immediately, and call 911. […] Reduce your family’s exposure to CO by following the recommendations below. […] All fuel-burning appliances (such as gas water heaters, gas stoves, gas clothes dryers) should be checked professionally once a year or as recommended by the manufacturer.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention | Georgia Department of Public Health

  https://dph.georgia.gov/health-topics/injury-prevention-program/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-prevention

  The most effective method of preventing CO poisoning is the installation and maintenance of CO detectors. […] Install CO monitors in the home. Check them regularly and make sure they are maintained properly. […] Do not use unvented space heaters, gas stoves, charcoal grills or Sterno-type fuels as sources of heat. Do not cook on charcoal grills indoors. […] Have your gas appliances checked periodically for proper operation and venting. […] Make sure flues, chimneys and vents are clear of debris and in good working order. […] Check the exhaust system of your car regularly and keep it in good condition. Do not run the car or other gasoline-powered engines in a garage, even with the doors open. […] If you suspect carbon monoxide is being emitted due to faulty appliances, contact a qualified service person to check the appliances for proper operation before using them again.

• #1

  https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/preparedness/currenthazards/pages/carbonmonoxidepoisoning.aspx

  Never leave the motor running in a vehicle parked in an enclosed or partially enclosed space, such as a garage. […] Every home should have at least one battery-operated carbon monoxide detector. Oregon law requires that all rental housing, new homes, and homes for sale have carbon monoxide detectors. […] A carbon monoxide detector is not a substitute for ensuring your heating system is properly inspected and serviced. […] Install carbon monoxide detectors in all bedrooms. […] Check the detectors batteries twice a year.

• #1

  https://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/carbon-monoxide-(co)-poisoning-prevention

  Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning Prevention Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector […] What is the „Silent Killer”? Carbon Monoxide (CO) also known as the Silent Killer, is invisible, odorless and colorless. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), CO is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America with over 430 deaths and 50,000 emergency department visits annually. […] Despite many state and local laws, only 27% of homes in America have CO alarms, according to the Hardware/Homecenter Research Industry. […] CO poisoning deaths from portable generators have doubled for the past two years, and many of these deaths occurred in the winter months and during power outages. […] Preventative Steps: Install at least one UL-Listed battery-powered CO alarm or AC-powered unit with battery backup on each level of your home and near sleeping areas. […] CO alarms do not last forever. Replace CO alarms every five to 10 years (depending on manufacturer). Check the manufacture date on the back of the alarm, as well as the owners guide for replacement recommendations. […] Test CO alarms at least once a month. […] If the CO alarm sounds, immediately move to a fresh air location outdoors or by an open window or door. Make sure everyone inside the home is accounted for. Call for help from a fresh air location and stay there until emergency personnel arrive. […] Make sure appliances are installed and operated according to manufacturer’s instructions. […] Have the heating system, chimney and vents inspected and serviced annually. […] It is important to install a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm in the right location. If only one CO alarm is being installed, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends it be located near the sleeping area, where it can wake someone sleeping. […] The IAFC recommends a CO alarm on every floor of your home, including the basement. An alarm should be located within 10 feet of each bedroom door and there should be one near or over any attached garage. […] Since CO is colorless, tasteless and odorless, detection and prevention of CO poisoning in a home environment is impossible without such a warning device.

• #1 CO Poisoning Prevention – Prevent Childhood Injuries

  https://pasafekids.org/risk-injury-areas/co-poisoning-prevention/

  Carbon monoxide alarm. […] Make sure your home has a carbon monoxide alarm. As with smoke alarms, install a carbon monoxide alarm on every level of your home, especially near sleeping areas, and keep them at least 15 feet away from fuel-burning appliances. […] Replace carbon monoxide alarms approximately every 5-7 years (or per manufacturer recommendations). […] Look for signs of a carbon monoxide leak (soot or black residue on appliances or above a fireplace). […] Have your appliances checked during inspection and then again every year. […] Carbon monoxide alarms are not substitutes for smoke alarms, and vice versa. […] Do not use a grill, generator or camping stove inside your home, garage or near a window. […] If you need to warm a vehicle, remove it from the garage immediately after starting it. Do not leave a car, SUV or motorcycle engine running inside a garage.

• #1 How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in your home | VCU Healthic_closeGroup

  https://www.vcuhealth.org/news/how-to-prevent-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-in-your-home/

  How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in your home […] The key to avoiding carbon monoxide exposure is prevention. It is recommended that every home has dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors installed and regularly maintained. […] “Check the manufacturer’s instructions for specifics, but most detectors will need to be changed every 5-10 years,” Downs said. “It is a good idea to check and change batteries in these devices about every 6 months to ensure they are working correctly. If your dwelling uses wood or gas for heating or cooking, ensure that these systems are professionally inspected and maintained at least yearly.” […] For homes that use wood or gas for heating or cooking, it is important to ensure that these systems are professionally inspected and maintained yearly. […] Here are several tips you can implement to keep you safe, especially during the winter months:

• #1 Carbon monoxide: Preventing exposure – Canada.ca

  https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/air-quality/pollutants/carbon-monoxide/preventing-exposure.html

  Choose an alarm with a digital display that shows low carbon monoxide levels. […] Make sure to follow the manufacturer’s suggestions for installation, testing, use, maintenance, and replacement. […] When buying carbon monoxide alarms at stores or online, it’s important to look for products that are certified for use in Canada. […] Test your carbon monoxide alarms regularly. Replace batteries and the alarm as recommended by the manufacturer.

• #1 Tips to Help Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | Travelers Insurance

  https://www.travelers.com/resources/home/safety/how-to-prevent-carbon-monoxide-poisoning

  5. Keep fireplaces clean and well vented. If you have a wood-burning fireplace or stove, make sure you keep it clean and ensure that the flue is working properly. […] 6. Install CO alarms. If you have fuel-burning appliances, a fireplace or an attached garage, consider installing CO alarms in your home. […] 7. Maintain your CO alarms. Keep in mind that CO alarms do need to be maintained regularly.

• #1 How to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning at home

  https://www.tdi.texas.gov/tips/how-to-avoid-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-at-home.html

  Install a carbon monoxide alarm outside every sleeping area and on every level of your home. Make sure alarms arent blocked by furniture or curtains. […] Test alarms every month by pressing their test buttons. […] Alarm sensors dont last forever. Replace your alarms every 10 years or when their end-of-life signals sound. Replace alarm batteries at least once a year. […] Dont cover the bottom of natural gas or propane ovens with aluminum foil. It can block air flow and cause carbon monoxide build-up. […] Never leave a car or truck running in a garage. If your vehicle has remote start, make sure you dont accidentally start it. […] Never use a charcoal grill, oil lantern, or portable camping stove inside. […] Never use a portable generator or any gas-powered engine in your home or garage, even if doors and windows are open. Only use these devices outdoors, and more than 20 feet away from open doors or windows.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Basics | Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/carbon-monoxide/about/index.html

  Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning can cause sudden illness and death, but it can be prevented. […] You can reduce your risk of CO poisoning with a few small steps. […] Install battery-operated or battery back-up CO detectors near every sleeping area in your home. […] Check CO detector batteries when you change the time on your clocks each spring and fall to be sure they are functioning properly. […] Have your heating system, water heater, and any other gas, oil, or coal burning appliances serviced by a qualified technician every year. […] Have your chimney checked or cleaned every year. […] Never burn charcoal indoors. […] Never use a portable gas camp stove indoors. […] Only use generators outside, more than 20 feet away from any windows, doors, and vents. […] Never run your car or truck inside a garage that is attached to a house, even with the garage door open.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Safety | Marina, CA – Official Website

  https://cityofmarina.org/702/Carbon-Monoxide-Safety

  As of July 1, 2011 the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act (Senate Bill – SB 183 requires all single-family homes with an attached garage or a fossil fuel source to install carbon monoxide detectors within the home. Owners of multi-family leased or rental dwellings, such as apartment buildings, are required to comply with the law. […] Play it Safe – If you experience symptoms that you think could be from CO poisoning: […] Install CO alarms outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home including the basement. The CO alarm can warn you if too much CO is in your home. […] Keep CO alarms clear of dust and debris. […] Ensure CO alarms are plugged all the way into a working outlet, or if battery operated, have working batteries.

• #1 Protect Your Family and Yourself from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | US EPA

  https://www.epa.gov/indoor-air-quality-iaq/protect-your-family-and-yourself-carbon-monoxide-poisoning

  This factsheet explains the DOs and DONTs of carbon monoxide. […] Be safe. Practice the DOs and DONTs of carbon monoxide. […] Prevention is the Key to Avoiding Carbon Monoxide Poisoning […] DO have your fuel-burning appliances – including oil and gas furnaces, gas water heaters, gas ranges and ovens, gas dryers, gas or kerosene space heaters, fireplaces, and wood stoves – inspected by a trained professional at the beginning of every heating season. […] DO choose appliances that vent their fumes to the outside whenever possible, have them properly installed, and

• #1 Carbon monoxide poisoning – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/carbon-monoxide/symptoms-causes/syc-20370642

  Make sure there’s space around fuel-burning appliances and engines. These include all gas appliances, space heaters and wood-burning stoves. Make sure they’re vented properly. […] Have professionals set up all gas-, oil- or coal-burning appliances. Have a qualified service professional check them yearly. […] Keep fireplaces in good condition. Clean the fireplace chimney and flue every year. […] Don’t block vents and chimneys during remodeling. Check that they aren’t covered by tarps or debris. […] Do repairs before returning to where the poisoning occurred. If carbon monoxide poisoning has occurred in the home, find and repair the source of the carbon monoxide leak before staying there again. Have a qualified service professional check and repair any appliances that might have caused the leak.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention | Georgia Department of Public Health

  https://dph.georgia.gov/epidemiology/injury-epidemiology/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-prevention

  The most effective method of preventing CO poisoning is the installation and maintenance of CO detectors. […] Install CO monitors in the home. Check them regularly and make sure they are maintained properly. […] Do not use unvented space heaters, gas stoves, charcoal grills or Sterno-type fuels as sources of heat. Do not cook on charcoal grills indoors. […] Have your gas appliances checked periodically for proper operation and venting. […] Make sure flues, chimneys and vents are clear of debris and in good working order. […] Check the exhaust system of your car regularly and keep it in good condition. Do not run the car or other gasoline-powered engines in a garage, even with the doors open. […] If you suspect carbon monoxide is being emitted due to faulty appliances, contact a qualified service person to check the appliances for proper operation before using them again. […] The Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Program assists partner fire departments in identifying and inspecting residential dwellings for the presence and adequacy of CO detectors. […] Educates residents about the hazards of CO poisoning.

• #1 Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning: MN Public Health Data Access – MN Dept. of Health – MN Data

  https://data.web.health.state.mn.us/co

  Carbon monoxide poisoning is preventable. Unintentional CO poisoning is almost entirely preventable. Make sure that fuel-burning appliances and heating devices are properly installed, vented, and maintained. […] To detect potentially deadly conditions, CO alarms should be installed and regularly maintained in all households. In Minnesota, state law (Minnesota Statutes, sections 299F.50 and 299F.51) requires CO alarms in all single and multi-family Minnesota residences within 10 feet of each room used for sleeping. Regular inspection and tune-up of combustion appliances should also be considered. […] The MDH Indoor Air Program oversees some CO regulations that apply to enclosed sports arenas in Minnesota and educates the public regarding CO poisoning prevention.

• #1 Take Steps to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

  https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/emergency/weather/carbon_monoxide/

  Take Steps to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning […] Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, gas that can kill you before you are aware it is present. CO exposure is the leading cause of death due to poisoning in the United States. However, CO deaths are entirely preventable. Install CO alarms in your home and check them twice a year to make sure the batteries are working properly. […] […] You risk CO poisoning when burning fuels such as wood, oil, natural gas, kerosene, coal, and gasoline near enclosed or occupied spaces, or under attached roofs. […] Reduce Your Risk […] Run generators far away from buildings. Never use a gas range or oven for warmth. Never use a charcoal grill or a barbeque grill in enclosed spaces, car ports, or covered porches. Start and run gasoline-powered mowers, weed trimmers, snow blowers, and chain saws away from buildings. Never use a stove or a fireplace unless it is properly installed and vented. Never run your car, truck, or motorcycle inside a garage that is attached to a house — or in a detached garage with the garage door shut. Schedule annual maintenance for furnaces and other heat sources.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide – NYC Health

  https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/carbon-monoxide.page

  Do not use your gas oven or stove to heat your home. […] Do not run a car inside the garage. In the winter, make sure the tailpipe is clear of snow before you start the car engine. […] Do not use an outdoor grill inside a home, garage or tent. […] If you use a generator during a power outage, keep it outdoors, at least 20 feet from open windows or enclosed areas. […] Make sure you have a working carbon monoxide detector. […] Carbon monoxide detectors alert you when there are dangerous levels of carbon monoxide in your home. […] Building owners are responsible for installing approved carbon monoxide detectors. […] Occupants are responsible for regularly testing detectors to make sure they work and replacing the batteries. […] You should test carbon monoxide detectors at least once a month.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – Safety – Naval Postgraduate School

  https://nps.edu/web/safety/co-poisoning

  DO choose appliances that vent their fumes to the outside whenever possible, have them properly installed, and maintain them according to manufacturers’ instructions. […] DO read and follow all of the instructions that accompany any fuel-burning device. If you cannot avoid using an unvented gas or kerosene space heater, carefully follow the cautions that come with the device and keep doors to the rest of the house open. Crack a window to ensure enough air for ventilation and proper fuel-burning. […] DON’T idle the car in a garage — even if the garage door to the outside is open. Fumes can build up very quickly in the garage and living area of your home. […] DON’T use a gas oven to heat your home, even for a short time. […] DON’T ever use a charcoal grill indoors — even in a fireplace.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – Safety – Naval Postgraduate School

  https://nps.edu/web/safety/co-poisoning

  DON’T sleep in any room with an unvented gas or kerosene space heater. […] DON’T use any gasoline-powered engines (mowers, weed trimmers, snow blowers, chain saws, small engines or generators) in enclosed spaces. […] DON’T ignore symptoms, particularly if more than one person is feeling them. You could lose consciousness and die if you do nothing.

• #1 Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning: Symptoms, causes, and prevention

  https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/171876

  It is important to be aware of the dangers of CO poisoning. […] The following can help to prevent leakage of CO gas: […] Keep appliances in good working order, and use them safely. […] Do not use gas ranges or ovens for heating. […] Make sure all rooms are well ventilated and that vents are not blocked. Be especially careful in well-insulated environments. […] Ensure chimneys and flues are clear of obstruction and providing adequate ventilation. […] Be careful when using gas-powered tools and equipment inside rooms. […] Wear a mask when using products that contain methylene chloride. […] Do not leave a gasoline-powered motor such as a motorbike, car, or lawn mower running in a garage. […] Do not use charcoal on an indoor barbecue. […] Service the exhaust pipe in a motor vehicle every year. […] If the tailgate of a vehicle is open and the engine is running, open the doors and windows too.

• #1 Carbon monoxide poisoning

  https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/

  There are some things you can do to reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning. […] get a carbon monoxide alarm for each room of your home that contains appliances that burn gas, oil, coal or wood […] get heating and cooking appliances properly installed and keep them well maintained […] make sure your boiler is serviced regularly by a qualified engineer […] keep chimneys and flues clean and well maintained […] do not use a barbeque or camping stove indoors, or inside a tent […] do not leave vehicles or other engines on inside garages.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide | CPSC.gov

  https://www.cpsc.gov/Safety-Education/Safety-Education-Centers/Carbon-Monoxide-Information-Center

  Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is called the „Invisible Killer” because it’s a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. More than 200 people in the United States die every year from accidental non-fire related CO poisoning associated with consumer products. Nearly 100 of those deaths are linked to portable generators. […] Protect Your Family from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Never use portable generators inside homes or garages, even if doors and windows are open. Use generators outside only, at least 20 feet away from homes with exhaust facing away. Install battery-operated CO alarms or CO alarms with battery backup on every level of the home and outside sleeping areas. Interconnected CO alarms are best; when one sounds, they all sound. Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and confusion. If you suspect CO poisoning, get outside to fresh air immediately, and then call 911.

• #1 Preventing Carbon Monoxide: Prevention and High-Risk Groups | NCOAA

  https://www.ncoaa.us/preventive-measures

  Do not use outdoor appliances inside or near open windows (grill, gas lantern, etc.). […] Carry a carbon monoxide detector that goes to 0 ppm if you’re part of a vulnerable population. […] Clear snow near your car’s exhaust in the snowy winter. […] Stay upwind of any carbon monoxide sources outside. […] Immediately remove yourself and loved ones from the environment (home, business, school, vehicle, RV, garage). […] Call for help (911, Fire Department, Gas company, qualified maintenance teams equipped with electronic sensors). […] Do not return inside until you’re given all clear by emergency personnel or certified contractors. […] Don’t use the faulty or improperly vented appliance again until it’s fixed. […] Carbon monoxide can impact every person but these groups are physiologically or demographically at higher risk for carbon monoxide poisoning: The elderly – This group is more likely to have a respiratory or heart condition that may predispose them to more severe CO poisoning.

• #1

  https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/all-around/Pages/How-to-Prevent-Carbon-Monoxide-Poisoning.aspx

  Never leave an automobile running to „warm up” in the garage or other enclosed space; CO can build up in a home even when a garage door is open. […] When the power goes out, keep your generator outside. Portable back-up generators produce CO. […] If you’re concerned about carbon monoxide, talk with your pediatrician.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention

  https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/life-safety-hazards/carbon-monoxide/?_gl=1*1m66svk*_ga*MzkxMTM3NzUxLjE2OTMzMzM2MzE.*_ga_KBPD43V3RV*MTY5MzMzMzYzMS4xLjEuMTY5MzMzMzgxNy4wLjAuMA..

  Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is called the invisible killer because it’s a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. It is undetectable to the human senses, so people may not know that they are being exposed. […] CO poisoning can occur when a fuel-burning appliance or machine, such as a furnace, heater or generator, is not working or vented properly. […] Keep your community informed about the dangers of CO with these messages and free materials. […] Install and maintain CO alarms inside your home to provide early warning of CO. Install CO alarms in a central location outside each separate sleeping area and on every level of your home. Use portable generators outdoors in well-ventilated areas away from all doors, windows and vents. Make sure vents for the dryer, furnace, stove and fireplace are clear of snow and other debris. […] Have a carbon monoxide alarm on all levels of the household.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide | Georgia Poison Center | Georgia Poison Center

  https://www.georgiapoisoncenter.org/poisons/poison-hazards/carbon-monoxide-2/

  Never leave an automobile engine running in a garage, even if the garage door to the outside is open. Fumes can build up quickly. […] Do not sleep in a parked car while the engine is on. […] Have exhaust system in your automobiles inspected for possible leaks. […] Call the Georgia Poison Center for more information.

• #1 Carbon monoxide poisoning – Diagnosis and treatment – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/carbon-monoxide/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20370646

  Get into fresh air right away. Call 911 or emergency medical help if you or someone with you has symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning. These include headache, dizziness, nausea, shortness of breath, weakness and confusion. […] If you or someone you’re with has symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, get into fresh air immediately and call 911 or emergency medical help. Symptoms can include headache, dizziness, nausea, shortness of breath, weakness and confusion. […] Hyperbaric oxygen therapy might be used for severe carbon monoxide poisoning. It helps protect heart and brain tissue from carbon monoxide damage. Hyperbaric oxygen therapy also might be used for pregnant people to protect unborn babies from damage from carbon monoxide poisoning.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide | Safe Kids Worldwide

  https://www.safekids.org/carbon-monoxide

  Install a carbon monoxide alarm on every level of your home. […] Make sure there is one on every level of your home, especially around sleeping areas. […] Test CO alarms every month. Replace them according to the manufacturers instructions. […] Avoid using gas appliances inside your home. Use generators and grills outside of your home, away from windows and doors. Warm up vehicles outside of your garage. […] In a CO emergency, leave your home immediately. If the CO alarm sounds, quickly leave your home. Move to a safe location outside where you can breathe in fresh air before you call for help. […] Want to know more about how to prevent CO poisoning? Read more carbon monoxide safety tips to learn how to keep your family safe. […] Download everything you need to know to keep your kids safe from carbon monoxide. […] Make sure you have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed on every level of your home, especially around sleeping areas. If the CO alarm sounds, leave your home immediately.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide – NYC Health

  https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/carbon-monoxide.page

  You should also replace your carbon monoxide detector’s batteries twice a year. […] If you hear a carbon monoxide detector alert: Open your windows. […] Leave your home. […] Get to fresh air immediately. […] Call 911 to ask the Fire Department to check the carbon monoxide level in your home. […] Call the New York City Poison Control Center (212) POISONS (212-764-7667) while you are waiting to get instructions about what to do next.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide

  https://portal.ct.gov/dph/environmental-health/environmental-and-occupational-health-assessment/carbon-monoxide

  Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas that can cause sudden illness and death. Symptoms may resemble the flu- headache, tiredness, dizziness, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion. Breathing in a lot of CO gas can make you pass out or kill you. […] There are no warning properties (no odor or taste) to let you know that you have been exposed to this deadly gas. The only way to know is by installing a carbon monoxide alarm. The alarm will sound when air concentrations inside of a building become dangerous, but sometimes symptoms can be felt even before the alarm sounds. If several members of a household experience these symptoms when they are home, but feel better when they are away from the home, this may indicate a CO problem. Dont wait for the alarm to sound. Get people and pets out of the building immediately. Call 911 once you are outside.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning, Prevention Guidance – Tooele County Health Department

  https://tooelehealth.org/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-prevention-guidance/

  Carbon monoxide (CO), an odorless, colorless gas, which can cause sudden illness and death, is produced any time a fossil fuel is burned. […] Do have your heating system, water heater and any other gas, oil, or coal burning appliances serviced by a qualified technician every year. […] Do install a battery-operated or battery back-up CO detector in your home and check or replace the battery when you change the time on your clocks each spring and fall. If the detector sounds leave your home immediately and call 911. […] Do seek prompt medical attention if you suspect CO poisoning and are feeling dizzy, light-headed, or nauseous. […] Don’t use a generator, charcoal grill, camp stove, or other gasoline or charcoal-burning device inside your home, basement, or garage or near a window. […] Don’t run a car or truck inside a garage attached to your house, even if you leave the door open. […] Don’t burn anything in a stove or fireplace that isn’t vented. […] Don’t heat your house with a gas oven.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention | SF Fire Website

  http://sf-fire.org/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-prevention

  Carbon Monoxide (CO) is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America, claiming more than 500 lives each year. […] All people and animals are at risk for CO poisoning. Certain groups unborn babies, infants, and people with chronic heart disease, anemia, or respiratory problems are more susceptible to its effects. […] Move quickly to fresh air, away from the suspected source of exposure. […] Never use a grille or any type of barbecue indoors. […] Have a certified technician service your home heating system each year. […] Get a Carbon Monoxide Detector. […] For safety sake, follow the DOs and DONTs listed above.

• #1 Chapter 8. Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act Of 2010 :: Health and Safety Code :: 2010 California Code :: California Code :: U.S. Codes and Statutes :: U.S. Law :: Justia

  https://law.justia.com/codes/california/2010/hsc/13260-13263.html

  13260. This chapter shall be known and may be cited as the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act of 2010. […] (e) Experts estimate that equipping every home with a carbon monoxide device would cut accident-related costs by 93 percent. Eighteen states and a number of large cities have laws mandating the use of carbon monoxide devices. […] (f) Carbon monoxide devices provide a vital, highly effective, and low-cost protection against carbon monoxide poisoning and these devices should be made available to every home in California. […] (a) (1) The State Fire Marshal shall develop a certification and decertification process to approve and list carbon monoxide devices and to disapprove and delist previously approved devices, if necessary. […] (b) A person shall not market, distribute, offer for sale, or sell any carbon monoxide device in this state unless the device and the instructions have been approved and listed by the State Fire Marshal.

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  http://discepolofirm.com/areas-of-practice/prevention-of-carbon-monoxide-poisoning/

  Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning is incredibly dangerous. […] Our team understands the dangers that CO poses and urges people to take steps to prevent accidental exposure to carbon monoxide. […] The best way to prevent cases of carbon monoxide poisoning is through education. People need to be aware of the dangers posed by the gas, know the sources of it, and understand the proper uses of gas-powered appliances and other sources of CO. […] Carbon monoxide detectors are readily available and can give enough advance warning of abnormal levels of the gas to prevent dangerous exposure. […] The smaller the room or building, the quicker carbon monoxide can reach poisonous levels. […] Owners of these kinds of houses should consider the installation of CO detectors essential. […] A carbon monoxide detector is no replacement for regular maintenance of chimneys, furnaces, heaters, gas appliances, and other sources of the gas. […] Properly install and maintain all sources of CO in a home to prevent both low and high levels of exposure for you and your family.

• #1 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Symptoms, Treatment, Prevention, Travel Tips

  https://www.everydayhealth.com/healthy-living/carbon-monoxide-poisoning/

  Keep fireplaces in good condition. Clean the fireplace chimney and flue every year. […] Do repairs before returning to a place where poisoning occurred. If carbon monoxide poisoning happens in your home, have a professional find and repair the source before staying there again. […] Check the listing on your rental or call ahead to your hotel or resort and ask if they have carbon monoxide detectors. […] Buy a portable carbon monoxide detector and take it with you on trips. Small devices can be purchased online for between $20 and $35.

• #2

  https://www.iafc.org/topics-and-tools/resources/resource/carbon-monoxide-(co)-poisoning-prevention

  Carbon Monoxide (CO) Poisoning Prevention Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detector […] What is the „Silent Killer”? Carbon Monoxide (CO) also known as the Silent Killer, is invisible, odorless and colorless. According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), CO is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America with over 430 deaths and 50,000 emergency department visits annually. […] Despite many state and local laws, only 27% of homes in America have CO alarms, according to the Hardware/Homecenter Research Industry. […] CO poisoning deaths from portable generators have doubled for the past two years, and many of these deaths occurred in the winter months and during power outages. […] Preventative Steps: Install at least one UL-Listed battery-powered CO alarm or AC-powered unit with battery backup on each level of your home and near sleeping areas. […] CO alarms do not last forever. Replace CO alarms every five to 10 years (depending on manufacturer). Check the manufacture date on the back of the alarm, as well as the owners guide for replacement recommendations. […] Test CO alarms at least once a month. […] If the CO alarm sounds, immediately move to a fresh air location outdoors or by an open window or door. Make sure everyone inside the home is accounted for. Call for help from a fresh air location and stay there until emergency personnel arrive. […] Make sure appliances are installed and operated according to manufacturer’s instructions. […] Have the heating system, chimney and vents inspected and serviced annually. […] It is important to install a carbon monoxide (CO) alarm in the right location. If only one CO alarm is being installed, the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) recommends it be located near the sleeping area, where it can wake someone sleeping. […] The IAFC recommends a CO alarm on every floor of your home, including the basement. An alarm should be located within 10 feet of each bedroom door and there should be one near or over any attached garage. […] Since CO is colorless, tasteless and odorless, detection and prevention of CO poisoning in a home environment is impossible without such a warning device.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention | Georgia Department of Public Health

  https://dph.georgia.gov/epidemiology/injury-epidemiology/carbon-monoxide-poisoning-prevention

  The most effective method of preventing CO poisoning is the installation and maintenance of CO detectors. […] Install CO monitors in the home. Check them regularly and make sure they are maintained properly. […] Do not use unvented space heaters, gas stoves, charcoal grills or Sterno-type fuels as sources of heat. Do not cook on charcoal grills indoors. […] Have your gas appliances checked periodically for proper operation and venting. […] Make sure flues, chimneys and vents are clear of debris and in good working order. […] Check the exhaust system of your car regularly and keep it in good condition. Do not run the car or other gasoline-powered engines in a garage, even with the doors open. […] If you suspect carbon monoxide is being emitted due to faulty appliances, contact a qualified service person to check the appliances for proper operation before using them again. […] The Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Program assists partner fire departments in identifying and inspecting residential dwellings for the presence and adequacy of CO detectors. […] Educates residents about the hazards of CO poisoning.

• #2 How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in your home | VCU Healthic_closeGroup

  https://www.vcuhealth.org/news/how-to-prevent-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-in-your-home/

  Install carbon monoxide detectors in your home. Ideally, you should have one on each level of your home near bedrooms and furnaces. […] For smoke detectors, be sure to test and replace the batteries regularly. […] Have your heating system and chimney professionally checked each year. […] Never use your oven or stovetop to heat the home. […] Never run a car in a closed garage, even for a few minutes. […] Do not use charcoal or gas grills in the house, garage, or any other enclosed space. […] If you use a generator, make sure it’s outside more than 20 feet away from air intake vents, windows, and doors leading to the home.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention

  https://www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/life-safety-hazards/carbon-monoxide/?_gl=1*1m66svk*_ga*MzkxMTM3NzUxLjE2OTMzMzM2MzE.*_ga_KBPD43V3RV*MTY5MzMzMzYzMS4xLjEuMTY5MzMzMzgxNy4wLjAuMA..

  Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is called the invisible killer because it’s a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. It is undetectable to the human senses, so people may not know that they are being exposed. […] CO poisoning can occur when a fuel-burning appliance or machine, such as a furnace, heater or generator, is not working or vented properly. […] Keep your community informed about the dangers of CO with these messages and free materials. […] Install and maintain CO alarms inside your home to provide early warning of CO. Install CO alarms in a central location outside each separate sleeping area and on every level of your home. Use portable generators outdoors in well-ventilated areas away from all doors, windows and vents. Make sure vents for the dryer, furnace, stove and fireplace are clear of snow and other debris. […] Have a carbon monoxide alarm on all levels of the household.

• #2 How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in your home | VCU Healthic_closeGroup

  https://www.vcuhealth.org/news/how-to-prevent-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-in-your-home/

  How to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning in your home […] The key to avoiding carbon monoxide exposure is prevention. It is recommended that every home has dual smoke and carbon monoxide detectors installed and regularly maintained. […] “Check the manufacturer’s instructions for specifics, but most detectors will need to be changed every 5-10 years,” Downs said. “It is a good idea to check and change batteries in these devices about every 6 months to ensure they are working correctly. If your dwelling uses wood or gas for heating or cooking, ensure that these systems are professionally inspected and maintained at least yearly.” […] For homes that use wood or gas for heating or cooking, it is important to ensure that these systems are professionally inspected and maintained yearly. […] Here are several tips you can implement to keep you safe, especially during the winter months:

• #2 Carbon Monoxide | Safe Kids Worldwide

  https://www.safekids.org/carbon-monoxide

  Install a carbon monoxide alarm on every level of your home. […] Make sure there is one on every level of your home, especially around sleeping areas. […] Test CO alarms every month. Replace them according to the manufacturers instructions. […] Avoid using gas appliances inside your home. Use generators and grills outside of your home, away from windows and doors. Warm up vehicles outside of your garage. […] In a CO emergency, leave your home immediately. If the CO alarm sounds, quickly leave your home. Move to a safe location outside where you can breathe in fresh air before you call for help. […] Want to know more about how to prevent CO poisoning? Read more carbon monoxide safety tips to learn how to keep your family safe. […] Download everything you need to know to keep your kids safe from carbon monoxide. […] Make sure you have a working carbon monoxide alarm installed on every level of your home, especially around sleeping areas. If the CO alarm sounds, leave your home immediately.

• #2

  https://www.oregon.gov/oha/ph/preparedness/currenthazards/pages/carbonmonoxidepoisoning.aspx

  Never leave the motor running in a vehicle parked in an enclosed or partially enclosed space, such as a garage. […] Every home should have at least one battery-operated carbon monoxide detector. Oregon law requires that all rental housing, new homes, and homes for sale have carbon monoxide detectors. […] A carbon monoxide detector is not a substitute for ensuring your heating system is properly inspected and serviced. […] Install carbon monoxide detectors in all bedrooms. […] Check the detectors batteries twice a year.

• #2 Preventing Carbon Monoxide: Prevention and High-Risk Groups | NCOAA

  https://www.ncoaa.us/preventive-measures

  Preventing carbon monoxide poisoning is key. […] If you suspect a leak or are experiencing symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, call 911 or your local fire department immediately. […] Prevent carbon monoxide poisoning to protect yourself, family, and friends. […] Have your appliances checked during inspection and then again every year. […] Ensure a carbon monoxide alarm is placed near each fuel-burning appliance. […] Look for signs of a carbon monoxide leak (soot or black residue on appliances or above a fireplace). […] Replace carbon monoxide alarms approximately every 5-7 years (or per manufacturer recommendations). […] Use generators at least 20 feet away from any buildings. […] Turn your car off in the garage, never leave the engine running. […] Don’t rely exclusively on household carbon monoxide alarms, as they may not detect slow, lingering leaks under 30 ppm.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Symptoms

  https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/15663-carbon-monoxide-poisoning

  The following can help you prevent carbon monoxide poisoning: […] At the beginning of each heating season, hire a trained professional to inspect fuel-burning appliances in your home, including: […] Install a battery-operated (or battery backup) carbon monoxide detector in your home. […] If you work in an environment where there are high levels of carbon monoxide, wear safety equipment, like a respirator, and make sure the area where you work has proper ventilation. […] To lower your risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, avoid the following: […] If you suspect carbon monoxide exposure or you have symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, exit the area immediately and seek fresh air while calling emergency services.

• #2 Carbon monoxide poisoning – Symptoms and causes – Mayo Clinic

  https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/carbon-monoxide/symptoms-causes/syc-20370642

  Make sure there’s space around fuel-burning appliances and engines. These include all gas appliances, space heaters and wood-burning stoves. Make sure they’re vented properly. […] Have professionals set up all gas-, oil- or coal-burning appliances. Have a qualified service professional check them yearly. […] Keep fireplaces in good condition. Clean the fireplace chimney and flue every year. […] Don’t block vents and chimneys during remodeling. Check that they aren’t covered by tarps or debris. […] Do repairs before returning to where the poisoning occurred. If carbon monoxide poisoning has occurred in the home, find and repair the source of the carbon monoxide leak before staying there again. Have a qualified service professional check and repair any appliances that might have caused the leak.

• #2 Tips to Help Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | Travelers Insurance

  https://www.travelers.com/resources/home/safety/how-to-prevent-carbon-monoxide-poisoning

  Many incidents involving carbon monoxide poisoning can be prevented with the right preparation. Start with these seven tips to help keep your home and family safe from carbon monoxide. […] 1. Know the risks of CO poisoning. Anything that burns a fuel such as a furnace, fireplace, generator, gas appliance or vehicle produces a toxic by-product: CO. […] 2. Keep your vents clear. During and after a storm, make sure nothing is obstructing the outside stack or vent for your gas dryer, stove, furnace and fireplace. […] 3. Don’t run engines in a closed area. Proper ventilation is critical to avoiding CO poisoning. So don’t start a car, fire up a grill or stove, or run a generator in a closed area like a basement or garage. […] 4. Schedule regular maintenance. Make sure you rely on experts to install your fuel-burning appliances and set up the appropriate venting for each device.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide

  https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/prevention-wellness/injury-violence-prevention/carbon-monoxide.html

  Effective January 1, 2007, every Illinois home is required to have at least one carbon monoxide alarm in an operating condition within 15 feet of every room used for sleeping purposes. […] CO poisoning is entirely preventable, if you follow a few simple steps: […] Have your gas appliances checked periodically for proper operation and venting. […] Make sure flues, chimneys and vents are clear of debris and in good working order. […] Install CO monitors in the home. Check them regularly and make sure they are maintained properly. […] Do not use unvented space heaters, gas stoves, charcoal grills or Sterno-type fuels as sources of heat. Do not cook on charcoal grills indoors. […] In the workplace, make sure there is sufficient ventilation when working around CO sources, such as propane-powered forklifts and space heaters. Where exposure is unavoidable, workers should wear CO monitoring badges. Employers should regularly monitor the workplace.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide | Georgia Poison Center | Georgia Poison Center

  https://www.georgiapoisoncenter.org/poisons/poison-hazards/carbon-monoxide-2/

  Tips to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Install at least one carbon monoxide detector near the sleeping areas in your home. […] Have fuel-burning appliances, venting and chimney systems in your home inspected by a professional technician at the beginning of each heating season. […] Choose appliances that vent to the outside and make sure they are properly installed and well maintained. […] Never use charcoal grills or portable gas stoves inside your home or inside a tent; only use in a well-ventilated area. […] Do not use an oven or gas range to heat your home. […] Do not let the fireplace or space heater run while you are sleeping. […] Do not use any gasoline-powered engines, such as mowers, weed trimmers, chain saws, small engines or generators in enclosed spaces. […] Keep generators outside and at least 20 feet away from any windows, doors or vents.

• #2 Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | Natural Disasters | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/natural-disasters/psa-toolkit/prevent-carbon-monoxide-poisoning.html

  This video provides safety tips for preventing carbon monoxide poisoning in your home. […] Preventive steps include keeping portable generators at least 20 feet from your house when in use and always having a proper carbon monoxide detector installed. […] Prevent CO Poisoning: […] Install a battery-operated CO detector in your home. […] Use generators and any gas-powered equipment outside, at least 20 feet away from doors, windows, and vents.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning – Safety – Naval Postgraduate School

  https://nps.edu/web/safety/co-poisoning

  DO choose appliances that vent their fumes to the outside whenever possible, have them properly installed, and maintain them according to manufacturers’ instructions. […] DO read and follow all of the instructions that accompany any fuel-burning device. If you cannot avoid using an unvented gas or kerosene space heater, carefully follow the cautions that come with the device and keep doors to the rest of the house open. Crack a window to ensure enough air for ventilation and proper fuel-burning. […] DON’T idle the car in a garage — even if the garage door to the outside is open. Fumes can build up very quickly in the garage and living area of your home. […] DON’T use a gas oven to heat your home, even for a short time. […] DON’T ever use a charcoal grill indoors — even in a fireplace.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide

  https://dph.illinois.gov/topics-services/prevention-wellness/injury-violence-prevention/carbon-monoxide.html

  Check the exhaust system of your car regularly and keep it in good condition. Do not run the car or other gasoline-powered engines in a garage, even with the doors open. Crack car windows when driving. […] Use paint strippers that do not contain methylene chloride. If you do use solvents containing this substance, make sure the area is properly ventilated.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide | Georgia Poison Center | Georgia Poison Center

  https://www.georgiapoisoncenter.org/poisons/poison-hazards/carbon-monoxide-2/

  Never leave an automobile engine running in a garage, even if the garage door to the outside is open. Fumes can build up quickly. […] Do not sleep in a parked car while the engine is on. […] Have exhaust system in your automobiles inspected for possible leaks. […] Call the Georgia Poison Center for more information.

• #2 Preventing Carbon Monoxide: Prevention and High-Risk Groups | NCOAA

  https://www.ncoaa.us/preventive-measures

  Do not use outdoor appliances inside or near open windows (grill, gas lantern, etc.). […] Carry a carbon monoxide detector that goes to 0 ppm if you’re part of a vulnerable population. […] Clear snow near your car’s exhaust in the snowy winter. […] Stay upwind of any carbon monoxide sources outside. […] Immediately remove yourself and loved ones from the environment (home, business, school, vehicle, RV, garage). […] Call for help (911, Fire Department, Gas company, qualified maintenance teams equipped with electronic sensors). […] Do not return inside until you’re given all clear by emergency personnel or certified contractors. […] Don’t use the faulty or improperly vented appliance again until it’s fixed. […] Carbon monoxide can impact every person but these groups are physiologically or demographically at higher risk for carbon monoxide poisoning: The elderly – This group is more likely to have a respiratory or heart condition that may predispose them to more severe CO poisoning.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide (CO) | Florida Department of Health

  https://www.floridahealth.gov/environmental-health/carbon-monoxide/index.html

  If you suspect you are experiencing any symptoms of CO poisoning, open doors and windows, turn off gas appliances and go outside. […] In cases of severe CO poisoning, call 911 emergency services or call the Florida Poison Information Center at 1-800-222-1222. […] CO poisoning is a reportable condition in Florida. Physicians and laboratories are required to contact the local County Health Department or the Florida Department of Health Bureau of Epidemiology at 850-245-4401 to report a suspected case of CO poisoning. Florida Department of Health has standard case definition and surveillance and investigation guidance for CO poisoning.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide – NYC Health

  https://www.nyc.gov/site/doh/health/health-topics/carbon-monoxide.page

  You should also replace your carbon monoxide detector’s batteries twice a year. […] If you hear a carbon monoxide detector alert: Open your windows. […] Leave your home. […] Get to fresh air immediately. […] Call 911 to ask the Fire Department to check the carbon monoxide level in your home. […] Call the New York City Poison Control Center (212) POISONS (212-764-7667) while you are waiting to get instructions about what to do next.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide

  https://portal.ct.gov/dph/environmental-health/environmental-and-occupational-health-assessment/carbon-monoxide

  Carbon monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas that can cause sudden illness and death. Symptoms may resemble the flu- headache, tiredness, dizziness, upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, chest pain, and confusion. Breathing in a lot of CO gas can make you pass out or kill you. […] There are no warning properties (no odor or taste) to let you know that you have been exposed to this deadly gas. The only way to know is by installing a carbon monoxide alarm. The alarm will sound when air concentrations inside of a building become dangerous, but sometimes symptoms can be felt even before the alarm sounds. If several members of a household experience these symptoms when they are home, but feel better when they are away from the home, this may indicate a CO problem. Dont wait for the alarm to sound. Get people and pets out of the building immediately. Call 911 once you are outside.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide Safety | Marina, CA – Official Website

  https://cityofmarina.org/702/Carbon-Monoxide-Safety

  As of July 1, 2011 the Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Act (Senate Bill – SB 183 requires all single-family homes with an attached garage or a fossil fuel source to install carbon monoxide detectors within the home. Owners of multi-family leased or rental dwellings, such as apartment buildings, are required to comply with the law. […] Play it Safe – If you experience symptoms that you think could be from CO poisoning: […] Install CO alarms outside each sleeping area and on every level of the home including the basement. The CO alarm can warn you if too much CO is in your home. […] Keep CO alarms clear of dust and debris. […] Ensure CO alarms are plugged all the way into a working outlet, or if battery operated, have working batteries.

• #2 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Prevention Resources

  https://www.neha.org/carbon-monoxide-poisoning

  During power outages after hurricanes/typhoons, major flooding or other extreme weather events, residents can be at risk of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning if portable generators are not properly used. […] Below are tools that can assist Environmental Health Professionals in informing the public on preventative measures to reduce exposure to carbon monoxide. […] You Can Prevent Carbon Monoxide Exposure: CDC […] CO Prevention Toolkit: National Public Health Information Coalition […] Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Flyers and Other Educational Materials CDC […] Carbon Monoxide: The Invisible Killer National Safety Council.

• #2 Take Steps to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

  https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/emergency/weather/carbon_monoxide/

  Take Steps to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning […] Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, gas that can kill you before you are aware it is present. CO exposure is the leading cause of death due to poisoning in the United States. However, CO deaths are entirely preventable. Install CO alarms in your home and check them twice a year to make sure the batteries are working properly. […] […] You risk CO poisoning when burning fuels such as wood, oil, natural gas, kerosene, coal, and gasoline near enclosed or occupied spaces, or under attached roofs. […] Reduce Your Risk […] Run generators far away from buildings. Never use a gas range or oven for warmth. Never use a charcoal grill or a barbeque grill in enclosed spaces, car ports, or covered porches. Start and run gasoline-powered mowers, weed trimmers, snow blowers, and chain saws away from buildings. Never use a stove or a fireplace unless it is properly installed and vented. Never run your car, truck, or motorcycle inside a garage that is attached to a house — or in a detached garage with the garage door shut. Schedule annual maintenance for furnaces and other heat sources.

• #3 Take Steps to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

  https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/emergency/weather/carbon_monoxide/

  Take Steps to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning […] Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, gas that can kill you before you are aware it is present. CO exposure is the leading cause of death due to poisoning in the United States. However, CO deaths are entirely preventable. Install CO alarms in your home and check them twice a year to make sure the batteries are working properly. […] […] You risk CO poisoning when burning fuels such as wood, oil, natural gas, kerosene, coal, and gasoline near enclosed or occupied spaces, or under attached roofs. […] Reduce Your Risk […] Run generators far away from buildings. Never use a gas range or oven for warmth. Never use a charcoal grill or a barbeque grill in enclosed spaces, car ports, or covered porches. Start and run gasoline-powered mowers, weed trimmers, snow blowers, and chain saws away from buildings. Never use a stove or a fireplace unless it is properly installed and vented. Never run your car, truck, or motorcycle inside a garage that is attached to a house — or in a detached garage with the garage door shut. Schedule annual maintenance for furnaces and other heat sources.

• #3 Preventing Carbon Monoxide: Prevention and High-Risk Groups | NCOAA

  https://www.ncoaa.us/preventive-measures

  Children – This group has higher metabolism and take breaths more frequently than adults do, which may make them more susceptible to carbon monoxide poisoning. […] Pregnant women – This group is at risk because the mothers CO levels affect babies CO levels, impairing both mother and child simultaneously. […] People who are sleeping or under the influence of alcohol may inhale toxic amounts of carbon monoxide without recognizing the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning. […] Those who exercise and stay physically fit while indoors may inhale carbon monoxide at a quicker rate if there are any carbon monoxide sources nearby.

• #3 Tips to Help Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | Travelers Insurance

  https://www.travelers.com/resources/home/safety/how-to-prevent-carbon-monoxide-poisoning

  Many incidents involving carbon monoxide poisoning can be prevented with the right preparation. Start with these seven tips to help keep your home and family safe from carbon monoxide. […] 1. Know the risks of CO poisoning. Anything that burns a fuel such as a furnace, fireplace, generator, gas appliance or vehicle produces a toxic by-product: CO. […] 2. Keep your vents clear. During and after a storm, make sure nothing is obstructing the outside stack or vent for your gas dryer, stove, furnace and fireplace. […] 3. Don’t run engines in a closed area. Proper ventilation is critical to avoiding CO poisoning. So don’t start a car, fire up a grill or stove, or run a generator in a closed area like a basement or garage. […] 4. Schedule regular maintenance. Make sure you rely on experts to install your fuel-burning appliances and set up the appropriate venting for each device.

• #4 Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Basics | Carbon Monoxide Poisoning | CDC

  https://www.cdc.gov/carbon-monoxide/about/index.html

  Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning can cause sudden illness and death, but it can be prevented. […] You can reduce your risk of CO poisoning with a few small steps. […] Install battery-operated or battery back-up CO detectors near every sleeping area in your home. […] Check CO detector batteries when you change the time on your clocks each spring and fall to be sure they are functioning properly. […] Have your heating system, water heater, and any other gas, oil, or coal burning appliances serviced by a qualified technician every year. […] Have your chimney checked or cleaned every year. […] Never burn charcoal indoors. […] Never use a portable gas camp stove indoors. […] Only use generators outside, more than 20 feet away from any windows, doors, and vents. […] Never run your car or truck inside a garage that is attached to a house, even with the garage door open.

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