1.3 Carbon monoxide.
1.3.1 Carbon monoxide is a colourless and odourless gas. Inhaling this gas can
cause
death as well as serious long term health problems such as brain
damage.
1.3.2 The symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning can include but not limited to
the
following;
1.3.2.1 Headaches, dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapsing or loss of
consciousness.
1.3.2.2 Carbon monoxide symptoms are similar to flu, food poisoning, viral
infections and simply tiredness. It is quite common for people to
mistake
this very dangerous poisoning for something else.
1.3.3 To avoid carbon monoxide poisoning DO NOT use Petrol/Diesel powered
equipment inside a home, garage, tent, camper van, mobile home, caravan
or
boat. The list is not exhaustive if you are in any doubt contact your dealer.
1.3.4 If you think you or someone around you has been affected by carbon
monoxide
poisoning;
1.3.4.1 Get fresh air immediately, by opening doors and windows, turning off
the
machine and leaving the affected area.
1.3.4.2 See your doctor immediately or go to hospital - let them know that
you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning.
1.3.5 DO NOT use in an enclosed area or a moving vehicle.
1.4 General fuel safety.
1.4.1 Fuel Safety additional information can be obtained from the Health and Safety
Executive.
All fuels are flammable.
1.4.3 Keep away from all ignition sources i.e. heaters, lamps, sparks from grinding
or
welding.
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