“Change brings opportunities. On the other hand, change can be confusing.” Michael Porter (1947, information about)
We often create a problem while working on solving another problem. This must be how learning occurs.
Be careful with alternate power, heating and cooking systems. Hurricanes, tornadoes, wind & ice storms, snow storms, blizzards, earthquakes and wild fires equal power outages.
Have a plan; communicate the plan before you have to use it. Check the batteries on smoke and carbon monoxide alarms; have extras.
Follow and respect the rules, guidelines and recommendations of the community personnel responsible for emergency situation preparedness, response and guidance. Bob Dwyer, CSME Carbon Monoxide Safety
Residents urged to use generators safely for Isaac
MiamiHerald.com
The Miami-Dade County Health Department says residents can avoid carbon monoxide exposure by taking precautions with gas-powered appliances and charcoal or gas grills. The county statement recommends that residents take necessary precautions to ...
Campers everywhere be aware of carbon monoxide hazards
Tennessee State Fire Marshal's Office provides Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips for ...
Clarksville Online
Nashville, TN – As Tennesseans pack up and head out to their favorite campsites, the State Fire Marshal's Office urges campers to be aware of carbon monoxide dangers in and around tents and RVs.
Important Carbon Monoxide-Poisoning Prevention Tips
· Only use barbecue grills outside, away from all doors, windows, vents and other shelter openings. Lit or smoldering barbecue grills should never be taken inside a home, tent, or RV.
· Never use a fuel-powered lantern or portable camping stove inside a home, tent or camper/RV.
· Use portable generators outdoors in well-ventilated areas away from all doors, windows, vents and other building openings to prevent exhaust fumes from entering the home.
· Install and maintain CO alarms inside homes, campers and RVs to provide early warning of carbon monoxide.
· Heart Rescue Now This link takes you to a very short video that is a practical demonstration on the proper usage of an AED. This video is tastefully done & demonstrates the step-by-step way one might be able to save a life.
· Please take CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY CARE during all holiday and everyday activities.
· Carbon Monoxide Survivor A website made by poisoning survivors that brings a view that can only come from those that know what it is like to have been poisoned - as well as live with the long term impact.
· Consider low level protection for carbon monoxide and smoldering fire detection problems; don't leave anyone behind.
National Conference of State Legislatures
Carbon Monoxide Detectors State Statutes
Twenty-five 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
Masimo (See the non-invasive RAD-57)
Mahugh Fire & Safety
ESCO Institute
TPI - Test Products International
Every Day is Carbon Monoxide Safety Day!
