Carbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer | TSSA

Time 2020-07-14 17:05:03

Web Name: Carbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer | TSSA

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Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a highly poisonous gas that is colourless and odourless and if it goes undetected, can cause serious illness including death. CO is produced when fuels such as propane, gasoline, natural gas, heating oil or wood don’t burn completely in common fuel-burning appliances. It inhibits blood from absorbing oxygen to cells, tissues andvital organs. LEARN MORE Carbon Monoxide is a leading cause of accidental poisonings in Ontarioevery year. Poor maintenance, installation or improper use of these appliances puts you at risk of a CO leak. Damaged or blocked venting, or inadequate airflow can cause dangerous levels of CO to build up, (especially in a confined space) and have toxic, deadly effects on humans and pets. LEARN MORE In severe cases, CO poisoning can cause brain, nerve or heart damageand/or death. If symptoms appear, get everyone (including pets) to fresh air immediately and call 911 or yourlocal fire department. LEARN MORE THE SILENTKILLER You can't see it, hear it, smell it or taste it, butit can kill youbefore you even know it's there. There is NO FEVER with CO poisoning so do not confuse these symptoms with the flu. Annual inspection and maintenance of yourfuel-burning appliances Find a TSSA-certified technician today. FIND NOW CARBON MONOXIDEIS A SILENT KILLER Prevent it from harming you and your family by taking these precautions today.

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