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Tuesday, January 18, 2011

What are the common Causes of CO Poisoning?

What are the common Causes of CO Poisoning?

Dangerous amounts of Carbon Monoxide can accumulate in the home for a number of reasons. Carbon Monoxide can occur as a result of any of the following:

  • Always enure your home appliances are installed or serviced by a properly qualified /accredited and registered installer.
  • Ventilation of a room is very important when using certain gas or solid fuel fires /appliances. Ventilation should also be considered when carrying out home improovements with your builder.
  • Carbon Monoxide can also occur when a cooking appliance is used for heating purposes.
  • Combustion Engines such as cars, vans etc...(even lawmowers) can create Carbon Monoxide.
  • Heating appliances -which are Faulty or damaged,or if they have been poorly installed,serviced - or not serviced at all!