Use and Care Manual

monoxide poisoning are experienced seek medical attention
immediately. CO poisoning can be determined by a
carboxyhemoglobin test.
The following symptoms are related to CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONING and should be discussed with ALL members of
the household:
1. Mild Exposure: Slight headache, nausea, vomiting,
fatigue (often described as “Flu-like” symptoms)
2. Medium Exposure: Severe throbbing headache,
drowsiness, confusion, fast heart rate
3. Extreme Exposure: Unconsciousness, convulsions,
cardiorespiratory failure, death
The above levels of exposure relate to healthy adults. Levels
differ for those at high risk. Exposure to high levels of
carbon monoxide can be fatal or cause permanent damage
and disabilities. Many cases of reported carbon monoxide
poisoning indicate that while victims are aware they are
not well, they become so disoriented they are unable to
save themselves by either exiting the building, or calling for
assistance. Also, young children and household pets may be
thefirsteffected.Familiarizationwiththeeffectsofeachlevel
is important.
Fire Safety Information
Escape Plan
Prepare and practice a home escape plan twice a year,
including drills at night. Know two ways out of every room
(door & window) and identify a meeting place outside the
home where everyone will gather once they have exited the
residence. When two people have reached the meeting place,
one should leave to call 911 while the second person stays to
account for additional family members. Establish a rule that
once you’re out, you never reenter under any circumstance!
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