1.3.
Carbon Monoxide
1.3.1.
Carbon monoxide is a colourless and odourless gas. Inhaling this gas can cause death as well
as serious long term health problems such as brain damage.
1.3.2.
The symptoms of Carbon monoxide poisoning can include the following;
1.3.2.1.
Headaches, Dizziness, Nausea, Breathlessness, Collapsing or Loss of consciousness.
1.3.2.2.
Carbon monoxide symptoms are similar to flu, food poisoning, viral infections and
simply tiredness. That’s why it’s quite common for people to mistake this very dangerous
poisoning for something else.
1.3.3.
To avoid Carbon monoxide poisoning DO NOT Use Petrol/Diesel powered equipment inside
a home or garage even if doors and windows are open.
1.3.4.
If you think you or someone around you has been affected by carbon monoxide poisoning;
1.3.4.1.
Get fresh air immediately.
1.3.4.2.
Open doors and windows, turn off machine and leave the affected area.
1.3.4.3.
See your doctor immediately or go to hospital - let them know that you suspect
carbon monoxide poisoning.
1.3.5.
DO NOT
use Petrol/Diesel powered equipment outside in a well-ventilated area.
1.4.
General fuel safety.
1.4.1.
Fuel Safety additional information can be obtained from the Health and Safety Executive
(HSE) document SR16.
1.4.2. All
fuels are Flammable.
1.4.3.
Keep away from all ignition sources i.e. Heaters, Lamps, sparks from Grinding or welding.
1.4.4.
Hot work on tanks that have contained fuel is extremely dangerous and should not be
carried out.
1.4.5.
Keep work area clean and tidy.
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