Carbon Monoxide

Carbon Monoxide - The Silent Killer

Carbon Monoxide (CO) is the leading cause of fatal poisonings in North America. Exposure to high concentrations can cause death in just a few minutes.

Symptoms

Low Concentrations,  shortage of breath on moderate exertion; slight headache; nausea; dizziness.

• Higher Concentrations,  severe headache; mental confusion, dizziness, impairment of vision and hearing; collapse or fainting on exertion.
• Extreme Concentrations, unconsciousness; coma; death.