certain health-related problems, and age will increase the eects of CO. Persons who
smoke or are exposed to high concentrations of cigarette smoke, consume alcohol, or
have lung disorders or heart problems are particularly susceptible to an increase in the
eects of CO. However, anyone can be aected. Another factor to consider is that physi-
cal exertion accelerates the rate at which the blood absorbs CO.
Emergency Treatment for CO Poisoning
CO poisoning or toxicity is a life-threatening emergency that requires immediate
action. The following is a list of things that should be done if CO poisoning is suspected.
Proceed with caution. The victim may be in an area of CO concentration, which means
you or others could then be in danger from exposure to CO:
• Evaluate the situation and ventilate the area if possible.
• Evacuate the area and move the aected person(s) to a fresh air environment.
• Observe the victim(s).
• Administer oxygen, if available.
• Contact medical help. If the victim is not breathing, perform rescue breathing or
approved cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as appropriate until medical help
arrives. Prompt action can mean the dierence between life and death.
• Shut o potential sources of CO, if possible. Correct ventilation problems and/
or repair exhaust problems as appropriate. Investigate the source of CO and take
corrective action, such as evacuating and ventilating the area or shutting o the
source of the CO, while at the same time evacuating and ventilating the area.
2013 MasterCraft Owners Manual • Safety Knowledge • Page 1-22
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