Safety Talk

Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is a deadly gas. It’s colorless, odorless and tasteless, making it impossible to detect by human senses. When CO is breathed in, it quickly replaces the oxygen in the bloodstream. Various stages of illness can easily lead up to unconsciousness and death.

What’s at Stake

Carbon monoxide is produced when fuels are burned incompletely. These fuels can include wood, oil, gasoline, propane, natural gas and others. Low levels of carbon monoxide exposure can cause subtle symptoms such as headache, shortage of breath, dizziness, confusion and a dull feeling. These symptoms may be incorrectly chalked up to […]