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How much carbon monoxide are you in when in any motor vehicle?
Did you know that many people do not measure the air they live in?
After prevention there is no greater awareness than measurement.
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Update
2 young girls hailed as heroes by FD after rescuing family from CO fumes
My Fox Boston
"We were being dizzy, having headaches and feeling like we were gonna throw up," 11 year old Lourdes told Fox 25. "The air was not good, it was not normal air." Lourdes, who said she learned about the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning in science class, called her father, who urged her to call 911…
A Song For Zelda-Carbon Monoxide Awareness and Fundraiser
StarLiner Karaoke
Friday, October 10, 2015 our dear friend Cory King passed at the age of 33 due to excessive levels of carbon monoxide exposure from his car. Devastation has struck our community as we grieve a life that made such an impact in the lives of others… As most Newfoundlander’s from St. John’s, Cory’s life was music… We invite you to celebrate Cory’s life in support of his three year old daughter Zelda that lost her dad too soon. All funds raised at this event will be put towards a trust for Zelda to assist her with her future education…
Reminders of carbon monoxide dangers this time of year
Fox 28
Carbon monoxide can be emitted by furnaces, space heaters, stove fireplaces, water heaters, and exhaust from automobiles. It can also be poisonous in enclosed spaces… Common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are flu-like, including dizziness, headache,...
Update
My cooker almost killed me says Stafford mum poisoned by carbon monoxide
Staff Newsletter
A STAFFORD mum who survived several weeks of carbon monoxide poisoning from her cooker has said she is lucky to be alive – and urged others to ... "It had been going on for at least 10 weeks and I thought it was stress-related. But my headaches were getting worse, and my daughter also had a couple of bad headaches…
Modern boilers are more dangerous than old ones: safety board
DutchNews.nl
In accidents involving carbon monoxide, 46% are caused by heating systems, most of which are new or are maintained by a professional, the board said… There are also more victims than thought. Current thinking is that there are five to ten deaths per year through carbon monoxide poisoning and hundreds of people needing treatment… However, the safety board said this is an underestimate because the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning often go unrecognised…
CPS to install thousands of carbon monoxide detectors after leak at school
Chicago Tribune
Chicago Public Schools said Wednesday it will install 5,000 additional carbon monoxide detectors in schools after noxious fumes hospitalized nearly 80 children and adults at a Northwest Side school last month…
What is in the air you are breathing right now?
What will you be doing today; walking into poison?
Who will be responsible for the air you breathe?
New York
Bill would require CO detectors on engine-powered boats
WBFO
Many people might not think about carbon monoxide dangers aboard boats. But State Assemblyman Michael Kearns is proposing a law that he ...
Morris Township firefighter, police officer awarded for life saving efforts
New Jersey Hills
Three workers and two others were taken to Morristown Medical Center by ambulance after apparently being overcome by carbon monoxide… Hazen and Gallardo were the first to arrive, where they found three people in various states of medical distress. One of the three was unresponsive and due to their quick action, he survived the ordeal…
Burlington structure fire sends one to the hospital
WPTZ The Champlain Valley
The city fire marshal says he noticed most, if not all, of the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were not functioning…
Nigerians can no longer import one of their prized possessions: low-cost power generators
Quartz
Nigeria’s epileptic power problem, which often leaves millions without electricity every day, is regularly cited as one of the major challenges hampering economic development of Africa’s largest economy… With such poor power supply ordinary Nigerians need their own generators to do the most basic tasks from charging phones to keeping food fresh in refrigerators. The mini generators cost as little as $75 while a gasoline tank can be filled with about $5… But the ubiquity of these generators also comes with health risks from carbon monoxide emissions and fire hazards…
A well put together video is found with the next link, but remember U.L. 2034 Listed CO Alarms are high level alarms. Use them for protection against accute levels, but be aware you can still experience symptoms of the poisoning even though the devices are in place.
About Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
DailyMotion
About Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
National Conference of State Legislatures
Carbon Monoxide Detectors State Statutes
Twenty-Nine U.S. states have statutes that require carbon monoxide detectors in certain residential buildings. Updated Nov. 2014
Alaska | California | Colorado | Connecticut | Delaware | Florida |
Georgia | Illinois | Maine | Maryland | Massachusetts| Michigan |
Minnesota | Montana | New Jersey | New Hampshire | New York |
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
"Carry On" Crosby, Stills, Nash - music link
How much carbon monoxide are you in when in any motor vehicle?
Did you know that many people do not measure the air they live in?
After prevention there is no greater awareness than measurement.
Featured News Links – More news links below
Update
2 young girls hailed as heroes by FD after rescuing family from CO fumes
My Fox Boston
"We were being dizzy, having headaches and feeling like we were gonna throw up," 11 year old Lourdes told Fox 25. "The air was not good, it was not normal air." Lourdes, who said she learned about the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning in science class, called her father, who urged her to call 911…
A Song For Zelda-Carbon Monoxide Awareness and Fundraiser
StarLiner Karaoke
Friday, October 10, 2015 our dear friend Cory King passed at the age of 33 due to excessive levels of carbon monoxide exposure from his car. Devastation has struck our community as we grieve a life that made such an impact in the lives of others… As most Newfoundlander’s from St. John’s, Cory’s life was music… We invite you to celebrate Cory’s life in support of his three year old daughter Zelda that lost her dad too soon. All funds raised at this event will be put towards a trust for Zelda to assist her with her future education…
Reminders of carbon monoxide dangers this time of year
Fox 28
Carbon monoxide can be emitted by furnaces, space heaters, stove fireplaces, water heaters, and exhaust from automobiles. It can also be poisonous in enclosed spaces… Common symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are flu-like, including dizziness, headache,...
Update
My cooker almost killed me says Stafford mum poisoned by carbon monoxide
Staff Newsletter
A STAFFORD mum who survived several weeks of carbon monoxide poisoning from her cooker has said she is lucky to be alive – and urged others to ... "It had been going on for at least 10 weeks and I thought it was stress-related. But my headaches were getting worse, and my daughter also had a couple of bad headaches…
Modern boilers are more dangerous than old ones: safety board
DutchNews.nl
In accidents involving carbon monoxide, 46% are caused by heating systems, most of which are new or are maintained by a professional, the board said… There are also more victims than thought. Current thinking is that there are five to ten deaths per year through carbon monoxide poisoning and hundreds of people needing treatment… However, the safety board said this is an underestimate because the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning often go unrecognised…
CPS to install thousands of carbon monoxide detectors after leak at school
Chicago Tribune
Chicago Public Schools said Wednesday it will install 5,000 additional carbon monoxide detectors in schools after noxious fumes hospitalized nearly 80 children and adults at a Northwest Side school last month…
Carbon monoxide intoxication.
nih.gov
However individuals with ischemic heart disease may experience chest pain and decreased exercise duration at COHb levels between 1% and 9%. COHb levels between 30% and 70% lead to loss of consciousness and eventually death…
nih.gov
However individuals with ischemic heart disease may experience chest pain and decreased exercise duration at COHb levels between 1% and 9%. COHb levels between 30% and 70% lead to loss of consciousness and eventually death…
NOTE: Listed U.L. 2034 & CSA 6.19 Carbon Monoxide Alarms
VISUAL DISPLAY:
Must not display under 30PPM in normal operation
AT 70, 150 & 400 PPM display must be accurate within plus or minus 30 Percent
SENSITIVITY TESTING: Resist alarming first times shown, must by second shown time
70PPM [PLUS OR MINUS 5PPM ... [BETWEEN 60 _ 240 MINUTES]
150PPM [PLUS OR MINUS 5PPM] ... [10 - 50 MINUTES]
400PPM [PLUS OR MINUS 10PPM ... [4 _ 15 MINUTES]
“CITIZENS WILL CONTINUE TO DIE & BECOME SERIOUSLY ILL DAILY!” George Kerr - CO Experts
More news links below –
VISUAL DISPLAY:
Must not display under 30PPM in normal operation
AT 70, 150 & 400 PPM display must be accurate within plus or minus 30 Percent
SENSITIVITY TESTING: Resist alarming first times shown, must by second shown time
70PPM [PLUS OR MINUS 5PPM ... [BETWEEN 60 _ 240 MINUTES]
150PPM [PLUS OR MINUS 5PPM] ... [10 - 50 MINUTES]
400PPM [PLUS OR MINUS 10PPM ... [4 _ 15 MINUTES]
“CITIZENS WILL CONTINUE TO DIE & BECOME SERIOUSLY ILL DAILY!” George Kerr - CO Experts
More news links below –
We have all been CO poisoned, some more than others
The following link takes you to a site with views from those who have been poisoned. The seriousness of carbon monoxide poisoning, the grief, suffering and disorientations experienced are clearly portrayed with the intent to help others and prevent future poisonings. With respect, please visit:
What is in the air you are breathing right now?
What will you be doing today; walking into poison?
Who will be responsible for the air you breathe?
You may be the only person who can prevent your own poisoning.
We are all vulnerable to carbon monoxide exposure and poisoning.
Everyone has been poisoned by CO and will be poisoned again. The degree of the poisoning depends upon allowing yourself to be in a situation where someone else controls the air you breathe and the mechanisms for alarming notification.
Please read the alarm information on the package and in the instructions that come with the carbon monoxide alarm. Know that if it is a U.L. 2034 Listed product (or CSA 6.19 Listed), it is a high level alarm that has been tested to alarm no sooner than 70 PPM at the lowest (the alarm must resist for one hour when above this level) and when over 400 PPM before 15 minutes at the highest concentration, after resisting alarming for 4 minutes when over this level.
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 as soon as the gas is present in your presence. Pregnant women, infants & children, people with heart & respiratory struggles, those suffering depression or chronic headaches and all people of vulnerable health should be alerted as soon as the gas begins to concentrate, around 10 PPM (parts per million) or lower.
You most likely need a low level carbon monoxide detector to sound off when carbon monoxide hazards are just beginning, not after you’ve been exposed to levels that make you have headaches, flu-like symptoms, increased tiredness, heart stresses or worse.
Do not take risks with carbon monoxide. Take responsibility for the air you breathe and the combustion systems you are responsible for. If you don’t do it for yourself, do it for others, unless you think $45.00, high level protection is good enough.
Help prevent injuries and deaths; don’t guess about carbon monoxide. Measure carbon monoxide for safety and knowledge. The more you test the more you learn. GET BUSY
Everyone has been poisoned by CO and will be poisoned again. The degree of the poisoning depends upon allowing yourself to be in a situation where someone else controls the air you breathe and the mechanisms for alarming notification.
Please read the alarm information on the package and in the instructions that come with the carbon monoxide alarm. Know that if it is a U.L. 2034 Listed product (or CSA 6.19 Listed), it is a high level alarm that has been tested to alarm no sooner than 70 PPM at the lowest (the alarm must resist for one hour when above this level) and when over 400 PPM before 15 minutes at the highest concentration, after resisting alarming for 4 minutes when over this level.
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 as soon as the gas is present in your presence. Pregnant women, infants & children, people with heart & respiratory struggles, those suffering depression or chronic headaches and all people of vulnerable health should be alerted as soon as the gas begins to concentrate, around 10 PPM (parts per million) or lower.
You most likely need a low level carbon monoxide detector to sound off when carbon monoxide hazards are just beginning, not after you’ve been exposed to levels that make you have headaches, flu-like symptoms, increased tiredness, heart stresses or worse.
Do not take risks with carbon monoxide. Take responsibility for the air you breathe and the combustion systems you are responsible for. If you don’t do it for yourself, do it for others, unless you think $45.00, high level protection is good enough.
Help prevent injuries and deaths; don’t guess about carbon monoxide. Measure carbon monoxide for safety and knowledge. The more you test the more you learn. GET BUSY
Measurement is continuing education at its best. Bob Dwyer, CSME Carbon Monoxide Safety
CO and Air Quality News Links
Bill would require CO detectors on engine-powered boats
WBFO
Many people might not think about carbon monoxide dangers aboard boats. But State Assemblyman Michael Kearns is proposing a law that he ...
Morris Township firefighter, police officer awarded for life saving efforts
New Jersey Hills
Three workers and two others were taken to Morristown Medical Center by ambulance after apparently being overcome by carbon monoxide… Hazen and Gallardo were the first to arrive, where they found three people in various states of medical distress. One of the three was unresponsive and due to their quick action, he survived the ordeal…
Burlington structure fire sends one to the hospital
WPTZ The Champlain Valley
The city fire marshal says he noticed most, if not all, of the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors were not functioning…
Nigerians can no longer import one of their prized possessions: low-cost power generators
Quartz
Nigeria’s epileptic power problem, which often leaves millions without electricity every day, is regularly cited as one of the major challenges hampering economic development of Africa’s largest economy… With such poor power supply ordinary Nigerians need their own generators to do the most basic tasks from charging phones to keeping food fresh in refrigerators. The mini generators cost as little as $75 while a gasoline tank can be filled with about $5… But the ubiquity of these generators also comes with health risks from carbon monoxide emissions and fire hazards…
Sit and rest a while; miss the children, prevent repeating this tragedy.
Corfu carbon monoxide deaths: Memorial unveiled in Horbury
BBC News
A memorial bench to two young children who died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on holiday in Corfu has been unveiled in West Yorkshire…
Corfu carbon monoxide deaths: Memorial unveiled in Horbury
BBC News
A memorial bench to two young children who died from carbon monoxide poisoning while on holiday in Corfu has been unveiled in West Yorkshire…
How to use a Fire Extinguisher
VideoNex
In this informative and succinct video, learn how to identify and appropriately execute the use of a CO2 Fire Extinguisher…
VideoNex
In this informative and succinct video, learn how to identify and appropriately execute the use of a CO2 Fire Extinguisher…
Cdc Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
New Movie Release 2015
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Public domain video from CDC. Carbon monoxide (sometimes referred to as CO) is a colorless, odorless gas produced ...
New Movie Release 2015
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning. Public domain video from CDC. Carbon monoxide (sometimes referred to as CO) is a colorless, odorless gas produced ...
CO EXperts
Johnson County Kansas - Continuing Education – – Video Link
About Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
DailyMotion
About Carbon Monoxide and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
JEMS.com - ...site has been designed with this in mind – to create a visual, interactive, educational resource which can hopefully end incidents of carbon monoxide poisoning and save lives… For more information, please visit - www.thesilentkiller.co.uk
Who is responsible for the air you breathe?
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 package and 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:
- 70 PPM to 149 PPM –resist one hour, must alarm before 4 hours
Please read the alarm information on the package and 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:
- U.S. Drought Monitor
- Astronomy Picture of the Day Archive
- Current Data for Atmospheric CO2
- Federal Aviation Administration CO warning
- Carbon monoxide toxicity-Emergency Medicine Ireland
- Carbon Monoxide Survivor- Views from those who have been poisoned.
- Carbon Monoxide detection- National Fire Protection Association
· Please take CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY CARE during all holiday and everyday activities.
- Astronomy Picture of the Day Archive
- Current Data for Atmospheric CO2
- Federal Aviation Administration CO warning
- Carbon monoxide toxicity-Emergency Medicine Ireland
- Carbon Monoxide Survivor- Views from those who have been poisoned.
- Carbon Monoxide detection- National Fire Protection Association
· Please take CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY CARE during all holiday and everyday activities.
National Conference of State Legislatures
Carbon Monoxide Detectors State Statutes
Twenty-Nine U.S. states have statutes that require carbon monoxide detectors in certain residential buildings. Updated Nov. 2014
Alaska | California | Colorado | Connecticut | Delaware | Florida |
Georgia | Illinois | Maine | Maryland | Massachusetts| Michigan |
Minnesota | Montana | New Jersey | New Hampshire | New York |
North Carolina | Oregon | Pennsylvania | Rhode Island |Tennessee
Texas | Utah |Vermont | Virginia | Washington | Wisconsin |
West Virginia
Texas | Utah |Vermont | Virginia | Washington | Wisconsin |
West Virginia
Red Cross - Disaster Relief to safely assist law enforcement, fire department, utility company, city, county and state authorities as repair and rebuilding moves forward. Bob Dwyer, CSME Carbon Monoxide Safety
Nationally, the Red Cross provides food and shelter to people affected by as many as 70,000 fires annually, or about one fire every eight minutes.
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
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