CARBON MONOXIDE SAFETY

Carbon monoxide (CO) is the leading cause of accidental poisoning deaths in America and many other countries. Infants, small children, pregnant women and elderly are at higher risk for CO poisoning and for health problems from exposure to low levels of carbon monoxide. In Taiwan, there were 555 CO poisoning accidents resulted in 128 deaths and 500 injuries in 2003-2004. The use of CO alarms could potentially prevent many of these deaths.

The following pages on CO are full of useful information. Help your family make your home safer today by learning the facts about CO and related dangers.

How to Choose a Carbon Monoxide Alarm 

Potential Carbon Monoxide Dangers in Your Home 

Health and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning