Carbon (CO2) Monoxide Alarm Monitoring
Carbon Monoxide Detection Systems
Carbon monoxide (CO) is known as the silent killer because it is free of color, odor, taste, and sound. If dangerous levels of carbon monoxide are present in your home, you won't even know. The flu-like symptoms of CO poisoning (including severe headache, dizziness, mental confusion, nausea, or faintness) are debilitating and can be chronic or deadly.
You can protect your health and the health of your family by installing a Carbon Monoxide Detector in your home monitored through AHS Security Systems. If high levels of CO are detected, an audible alarm sounds and the central station is immediately notified and dispatches the proper authorities.
Because a monitored carbon monoxide (CO2) detection system is ALWAYS ON it will:
· Automatically relay an emergency signal to the central station and ultimately to the fire department
· Emit an ear piercing siren that can be heard virtually anywhere in the house.
· Work whether you are at home or away
· Work if you are injured or incapacitated
You can protect your health and the health of your family by installing a Carbon Monoxide Detector in your home monitored through AHS Security Systems. If high levels of CO are detected, an audible alarm sounds and the central station is immediately notified and dispatches the proper authorities.
Because a monitored carbon monoxide (CO2) detection system is ALWAYS ON it will:
· Automatically relay an emergency signal to the central station and ultimately to the fire department
· Emit an ear piercing siren that can be heard virtually anywhere in the house.
· Work whether you are at home or away
· Work if you are injured or incapacitated
A Guide to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning can happen within a matter of minutes and is responsible for more deaths than any other single poison. This odourless, colourless poison can hurt you slowly in low levels, cause permanent neurological dysfunctions in moderate levels or take lives in higher levels. Protection against this deadly poison is as easy as installing a simple carbon monoxide detector in your home or office.
CO emissions produced whenever fuel such as gas, oil, kerosene, wood or charcoal is burned. The amount of CO produced while using fuel-burning appliances is usually not harmful. It becomes hazardous when appliances are used improperly or are not functioning adequately.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is a serious threat that people need to get informed about. By educating ourselves on the dangers of CO we can significantly reduce the health risk as well as save lives. Although everyone needs to be aware of the dangers, some people are more susceptible than others. The following are more susceptible to carbon monoxide poisoning.
· Foetuses
· Infants
· Elderly People
· Those who suffer from anaemia, respiratory or heart disease
Precautionary Measures
Routinely at the beginning of every heating season home owners should have their fuel burning appliances checked by a qualified technician. Appliances deteriorate with time and can be a health risk to those who live in the home.
Besides having your appliances inspected, those using fuel-burning appliances should have their homes equipped with carbon monoxide detectors to provide added peace of mind. Appliances can break down any time of year so it is important to have a back-up system in place to keep you informed when CO levels increase. A CO detector should be placed on every floor in the home to provide the best protection. Also knowing which carbon monoxide detectors to choose and knowing how CO detectors work can help maximize security.
Health Risks
Low levels of carbon monoxide poisoning can be confused with other illness symptoms and can often go undetected. Carbon monoxide poisoning can result in long term health problems if not treated promptly. Symptoms such as nausea, headaches and light-headedness should be checked by a physician especially when more than one person in the home is showing symptoms.
CO emissions produced whenever fuel such as gas, oil, kerosene, wood or charcoal is burned. The amount of CO produced while using fuel-burning appliances is usually not harmful. It becomes hazardous when appliances are used improperly or are not functioning adequately.
Carbon monoxide poisoning is a serious threat that people need to get informed about. By educating ourselves on the dangers of CO we can significantly reduce the health risk as well as save lives. Although everyone needs to be aware of the dangers, some people are more susceptible than others. The following are more susceptible to carbon monoxide poisoning.
· Foetuses
· Infants
· Elderly People
· Those who suffer from anaemia, respiratory or heart disease
Precautionary Measures
Routinely at the beginning of every heating season home owners should have their fuel burning appliances checked by a qualified technician. Appliances deteriorate with time and can be a health risk to those who live in the home.
Besides having your appliances inspected, those using fuel-burning appliances should have their homes equipped with carbon monoxide detectors to provide added peace of mind. Appliances can break down any time of year so it is important to have a back-up system in place to keep you informed when CO levels increase. A CO detector should be placed on every floor in the home to provide the best protection. Also knowing which carbon monoxide detectors to choose and knowing how CO detectors work can help maximize security.
Health Risks
Low levels of carbon monoxide poisoning can be confused with other illness symptoms and can often go undetected. Carbon monoxide poisoning can result in long term health problems if not treated promptly. Symptoms such as nausea, headaches and light-headedness should be checked by a physician especially when more than one person in the home is showing symptoms.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Symptoms
Because carbon monoxide is odourless and colourless it is not always evident when it has become a problem is the home. Often people who have a mild to moderate problem will find they feel sick while they spend time at home. They might feel a little better outside in the fresh air but will have re-occurring symptoms shortly after returning home. If other members of the family have re-occurring bouts with flu-like symptoms while fuel-burning appliances are being used it may be time to have the house checked by a professional.
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Besides having a professional come into your home to check your appliances a carbon monoxide detector can be used to keep a constant watch over the levels of carbon monoxide in the home throughout the year.
Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Low levels of carbon monoxide poisoning can be confused with flu symptoms, food poisoning or other illnesses and can have a long term health risk if left unattended. Some of the symptoms are the following.
· Shortness of breath
· Mild nausea
· Mild headaches
Moderate levels of CO exposure can cause death if the following symptoms persist for a long measure of time.
· Headaches
· Dizziness
· Nausea
· Light-headedness
High levels of CO can be fatal causing death within minutes.
Treatment Options
There are immediate measures you can take to help those suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning.
· Get the victim into fresh air immediately.
· If you cannot get the people out of the house, then open all windows and doors. Any combustion appliances should be turned off.
· Take those who were subjected to carbon monoxide to a hospital emergency room as quickly as possible. A simple blood test will be able to determine if carbon monoxide poisoning has occurred.
Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Besides having a professional come into your home to check your appliances a carbon monoxide detector can be used to keep a constant watch over the levels of carbon monoxide in the home throughout the year.
Symptoms of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Low levels of carbon monoxide poisoning can be confused with flu symptoms, food poisoning or other illnesses and can have a long term health risk if left unattended. Some of the symptoms are the following.
· Shortness of breath
· Mild nausea
· Mild headaches
Moderate levels of CO exposure can cause death if the following symptoms persist for a long measure of time.
· Headaches
· Dizziness
· Nausea
· Light-headedness
High levels of CO can be fatal causing death within minutes.
Treatment Options
There are immediate measures you can take to help those suffering from carbon monoxide poisoning.
· Get the victim into fresh air immediately.
· If you cannot get the people out of the house, then open all windows and doors. Any combustion appliances should be turned off.
· Take those who were subjected to carbon monoxide to a hospital emergency room as quickly as possible. A simple blood test will be able to determine if carbon monoxide poisoning has occurred.
