CARBON MONOXIDE - THE SILENT KILLER
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CARBON MONOXIDE - PROTECTION AND PREVENTION
- Get and use a certified carbon monoxide alarm with audible warning
- Have appliances checked annually
- Ensure the engineer uses a Flue Gas Analyser to confirm the presence or absence of CO.
CO ALARMS
- CO Alarms should be to EN50291 standard and show either a Kitemark or LPCB logo.
- These easy to use portable, battery powered alarms which will protect you and your family against CO poisoning
- CO alarms are accurate and can monitor low and high levels of CO in the home.
- Alarms are reasonably priced £ 20+ and are available from DIY, hardware, high street stores as well as supermarkets and gas supply companies.
- CO alarms can saves lives .. Get one today !
Use of Carbon Monoxide alarms and Flue Gas analysers are not substitutes for the following:
- All appliances should be checked annually by a Gas Safe Registered Engineer.
- Have chimneys swept each year
- Landlords are legally required to ensure that the annual check is carried out.
- Free safety checks are available to those over 60, disabled, chronically sick, deaf or blind who join their suppliers Priority Service Register.
PROTECTION
- Check the colour of gas flames - blue is healthy, yellow or orange indicates a problem
- Check appliances are well vented - never block or cover an appliance, vents or flues
- Look after appliances & use correctly
- Check your health if you suffer from any of the symptoms seek medical advice
- Have you chimney regularly sweep - this clears any blockages such as birds nests, brick debris and soot build up