Carbon Monoxide (CO)
It is important to check all the natural gas appliances in your house on a routine basis to ensure they are operating correctly. Improper operation can lead to the generation of CO and the potential buildup of hazardous levels within your residence or building. These levels can be monitored with an CO detector which are commercially available. A CO monitor will alarm at a preset air concentration, warning the building occupants of a potentially hazardous situation. When a CO detector alarms, the occupants should contact their local emergency management authority immediately. If individuals in the building are experiencing the symptoms discussed on the previous page, they should be evacuated immediately into fresh air. CO poisoning can occur rapidly and should be taken seriously.