Link to: CO alarm standards – know when you are protected
“To reform a world, to reform a nation, no wise man will undertake; and all but foolish men know, that the only solid, though a far slower reformation, is what each begins and perfects on himself.”
Thomas Carlyle (1795-1881, bio link)
When air pollution threatens the health of people, there are steps taken to alert people of vulnerable health to stay indoors. Every year there are more days in more cities worldwide where vulnerable people and even not so vulnerable people are warned about engaging in any physical activities outside due to the harmfulness of the atmosphere. Our air is being polluted by the consequences of acquiring fuels and their uses in providing energy for mankind.
Another calendar year blends into the new numerical order of the year known to be 2013. We will no doubt note again the irony of the arguments regarding the strictness of air pollution regulations. Those arguing for less regulation may not be noticing they are arguing for more unhealthy air quality days. Are they really thinking about all of this? Do they really want more days where you can’t go outside? Less regulations mean dirtier, unhealthier air. Is this really what the goal is? I don’t want to believe it is. Bob Dwyer, CSME Carbon Monoxide Safety
Air Quality News Links
The strong become vulnerable, the already vulnerable severely threatened
Wood smoke can add to air pollution
Columbia Basin Herald
OLYMPIA - Gathering round the fire is a time-honored tradition in winter, but sometimes that fire will add to winter air pollution problems, according to the state Department of Health. "People most sensitive to air pollution are infants and children, adults 65 and older and those who suffer from respiratory infections, heart and lung (including asthma) disease, or have a history of stoke or diabetes," the Department of Health said…. "Sensitive people may have problems sooner and at lower levels of air pollution," the press release said. "The level of air pollution that causes health problems is different for each person. A simple activity such as taking a walk or walking the dog may cause problems for some people."
Avoid exposure to 'unhealthy air' from fireworks — eco group
GMA News
“The pyrotechnic explosions create a toxic brew of injurious pollutants affecting the air quality and consequently the health of people, particularly infants and young children and those afflicted with heart and respiratory diseases,”…
China expands pollution monitoring to biggest cities
Moneycontrol.com
China plans to release hourly air pollution monitoring data in 74 of its biggest cities starting on New Year's Day, state media said on Sunday, in a sign of increasing responsiveness to quality-of-life concerns among prosperous urban people.
CO News Links
8 displaced, 3 taken to hospital after exposure to carbon monoxide
WCPO
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS - Eight people were displaced and three were injured after they were exposed to high levels of carbon monoxide Saturday morning in University Heights, fire officials said. Fire crews responded at approximately 4 a.m. to 133 Parker ...
Tenants sickened by carbon monoxide
cincinnati.com
Three people were taken to the hospital for evaluation early Saturday after Cincinnati fire officials said they were exposed to high levels of carbon monoxide at ...
Carbon monoxide kills Tiny Township man
CP24 Toronto's Breaking News
TINY TOWNSHIP, Ont. -- Provincial police are investigating an apparent carbon monoxide death in Tiny Township. Police say they went to a home late Friday afternoon following a 911 call about a collapsed man. The two occupants of the single family home ...
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.
Increased education, awareness can prevent carbon monoxide poisoning
Minnesota Department of Commerce
SAINT PAUL, MN – Each year about 50,000 people visit emergency rooms in the United States for CO poisoning, and more than 500 die each year from this silent, odorless, colorless gas. As part of Winter Hazard Awareness Week (November 5-9), the Minnesota Department of Commerce warns Minnesotans of the dangers of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning and to take steps to avoid this “silent killer.”
Carbon monoxide kills, founder sends warning
Carbonmonoxidekills.com
Carbon Monoxide Information Website ... Carbon Monoxide Useful Links · Contact ... Get the Top ten carbon monoxide safety tips sent to your inbox:
Carbon monoxide toxicity
Emergency Medicine Ireland - By Andy Neill
Aviators – note:
(PDF) Federal Aviation Administration warning; Carbon Monoxide: a Deadly Menace
Carbon Dioxide earth atmospheric update levels;
Current Data for Atmospheric CO2
· Heart rescue video using an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
· 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
Alaska | Arkansas | California | Colorado | Connecticut | Florida | Georgia | Illinois | Maine | Maryland | Massachusetts| Michigan | Minnesota | Montana | New Jersey | New Hampshire | New York | North Carolina | Oregon | Rhode Island | Texas | Utah | Vermont | Virginia | Washington | Wisconsin | West Virginia
Google Maps to reference the locations referenced in these Internet headlines.
American Red Cross - disaster relief
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
Every Day is Carbon Monoxide Safety Day!
