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1.10
Carbon Monoxide (where applicable).
1.11
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.
1.12
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can include but are not limited to the
following;
Headaches, dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapsing or loss of consciousness.
1.13
Carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms are similar to flue, food poisoning, viral
infections and simply tiredness. It is quite common for people to mistake this very
dangerous poisoning for something else.
1.14
To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning
DO NOT
use Petrol/Diesel powered equipment
inside any of the following; Home, garage, tent, camper van, mobile home, caravan
or boat. This is not exhaustive and if you are in any doubt contact your dealer.
1.15
If you think you have or someone around you has been affected by carbon monoxide
poisoning;
1.16
Get them fresh air immediately, by leaving the affected area or by opening doors and
windows. If safe and practical to do so make sure that the machine is turned off.
DO NOT
enter a room you suspect of having carbon monoxide present
– instead call
the emergency services.
1.17
Contact a Doctor immediately or go to Hospital
– let them know that you suspect
carbon monoxide poisoning.
1.18
DO NOT
use in an enclosed area or moving vehicle.
1.20
General Fuel Safety (where applicable).
CAUTION
ALL FUELS ARE FLAMABLE
1.21
Fire Hazard
– keep fuel away from all sources of ignition for example heaters.
Lamps, sparks from grinding or welding.
1.22
DO NOT
carry out hot work on tanks that have contained fuel.
1.23
ALWAYS
keep the work area tidy.
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