Tuesday, November 19, 2013

Carbon Monoxide News November 19, 2013 - posts updated frequently

Every day is a carbon monoxide safety education day.
Scroll back in time through our archives for previous CO News links.

“Education is that whole system of human training within and without the school house walls, which molds and develops men.”
W. E. B. Du Bois (1863-1968, bio link)

Another natural disaster; more distress than those outside the damaged area can imagine. People of the world are asked again to do what they can to help the people clinging to life as the disaster’s hell continues in the Philippines. Another please, with hopes of another thank you. Bob Dwyer, CSME Carbon Monoxide Safety
 
 
If you want to learn more about carbon monoxide, begin measuring it.
CO and Air Quality News Links
Carbon monoxide poisoning at school sends dozens to hospital
San Juan Record

Several dozen people were evacuated to area hospitals on November 18 as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning at Montezuma Creek Elementary School…

3 in critical condition after carbon monoxide leak at elementary school
ksl.com

For adults, carbon monoxide levels can get dangerous at 35 parts per million. ... the equipment, leaking carbon monoxide throughout the elementary school…

Woman suffers carbon monoxide poisoning in Palm Beach Gardens
WPEC

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla. -- A woman suffering carbon monoxide poisoning in Palm Beach Gardens was taken to a hospital for treatment Monday…

Dozens evacuated after Westwood carbon monoxide leak
WXIX

Dozens of residents have been evacuated following a carbon monoxide leak at a Westwood apartment building. Fire crews were called to the 2800 block of…

Ouray mine supervisor died trying to save fellow miner overcome by ...
Denver Post

Miners who were working in the area found the bodies and detected the deadly levels of carbon monoxide before evacuating, said Amy Louviere, spokeswoman…

The dangers of carbon monoxide
K-State Collegian

Many people are aware of the gas carbon monoxide, also referred to as the silent killer as it is colorless, odorless and tasteless. However, how much do they ...

Plymouth people urged to check gas appliances for winter
Plymouth Herald

Supply company Wales and West Utilities warned residents to look out for their loved ones during Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week, starting today. The aim of…  

Who is responsible for the air you breathe? Take control inside your homes.
-Link to: CO alarm standards 
The lowest U.L. 2034 & CSA 6.19 carbon monoxide alarm test point is:
- 70 PPM to 149 PPM –resist one hour, must alarm before 4 hours
Please read the alarm information on the packageand in the instructions. Know when your fire department and emergency responders begin wearing their breathing apparatus and what their civilian evacuation levels are for carbon monoxide; it may be before 70 PPM. It is for pregnant women, infants & children, the elderly and all people of vulnerable health. Bob Dwyer, CSME Carbon Monoxide Safety

Consider low level protection for carbon monoxide and smoldering fire detection problems; don't leave anyone behind.

These following links may be of some use to you:
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The World Clock - Time Zones
- Google Maps-
- Earthquake Map

 
Increased education, awareness can prevent carbon monoxide poisoning
Minnesota Department of Commerce

Carbon monoxide kills, founder sends warning Carbonmonoxidekills.com

· Please take CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY CARE during all holiday and everyday activities.

National Conference of State Legislatures
Carbon Monoxide Detectors State Statutes

Twenty-seven U.S. states have statutes that require carbon monoxide detectors in certain residential buildings. Updated Nov. 2011
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The following companies are acknowledged for their continued support of carbon monoxide safety education and this daily news blog. They may just have what you are looking for.
Fieldpiece Instruments

The Energy Conservatory
IntelliTec Colleges
CO Experts CO-Experts Model 2014 Brochure
Masimo (See the non-invasive RAD-57)
Mahugh Fire & Safety
ESCO Institute
TPI - Test Products International

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