CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING
Be aware, carbon monoxide is odourless and tasteless and causes a significant
number of domestic deaths every year
It is produced by inefficient combustion of fossil fuels. All gas appliances should be checked annually as a minimum standard
The gas company will assess gas appliances free of charge for safety, and landlords are legally obliged to ensure gas appliances are tested and maintained
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are vague and include headaches, nausea, lethargy and clouding of consciousness
If you suspect a gas appliance is faulty
- Turn it off
- Open the windows and doors
- Get the appliance checked
If
you have gas appliances in your property then you may wish to consider
fitting a carbon monoxide detector. They can be purchased from most
Do It Yourself stores, and some high street stores such as Argos and
Woolworths
Source: www.leedsstudentmedicalpractice.co.uk
NHS
Direct 0845 46 47 www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk
