Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas.
Learn moreIt's estimated that 50 people are killed by CO poisoning, and at least 4,000 are treated in hospital a year. This figure it likely to be much higher as CO poisoning is very difficult to diagnose as symptoms are often similar to common illnesses like flu and food poisoning.
It's important that if you are suffering these symptoms that you talk to your local GP and contact a registered gas engineer.
At least 35 million people are at risk from CO poisoning within the UK. Only 81% of people know that CO can kill, despite this only 39% said that they have an audible alarm. Of those without an alarm, 42% said this was because they have a smoke alarm.
Whether you're a homeowner or landlord, protect life by purchasing an audible CO alarm from your local DIY store.
We understand that more needs to be done within the industry. By downloading our information packs, you'll understand the symptoms, the importance of installing an alarm and why you should service gas appliances every year.
Through collaboration we can lower these figures and create a safer future by using these packs at work or in education.
Within this pack you'll learn about what causes carbon monoxide to build up, how it can affect you, what you should do in an emergency and whom to contact.
We advise that you download this pack first as it will provide you with the basic foundations towards the understanding of the products of combustion.
Download this packWithin this pack you'll learn about how you can protect yourself and others by installing an audible alarm and other products. This includes maintenance of the alarm and the relevant action to take in a situation.
Now you'll learn about affordable measures of protection and what's available on the market. Also, the simple maintenance procedures and relevant action to take in a situation.
Download this packWithin this pack you'll learn about the various governing industries, the importance of checking identification cards, why you should service your appliances and what to expect.
Finally, discover why it's important to service your appliances and flue systems, who's responsible, what to expect and the organisations that govern the various industries.
Download this packThis year, CO Safety will be supported by industry leaders to help give demonstrations to parents and childeren in schools across the Midlands.
For more information, contact us using the form below.
This year we will be joined by industry leaders as we travel across the Midlands educating local communities about carbon monoxide. There will be active heating engineers too! They'll be able to answer any questions you may have and even explain what you should expect during an annual service. Read more
We'll be offering demonstrations, leaflets, advice and more at these events.
17th September 2014 - Gas Safety Week Birmingham Bullring
Alternatively, you can send an email to info@co-safety.co.uk.
