{"id":313,"date":"2014-09-24T12:07:43","date_gmt":"2014-09-24T11:07:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.hirehere.ie\/blog\/?p=313"},"modified":"2019-12-03T16:02:44","modified_gmt":"2019-12-03T16:02:44","slug":"carbon-monoxide-awareness-week-2014","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hirehere.ie\/blog\/carbon-monoxide-awareness-week-2014\/","title":{"rendered":"Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week 2014"},"content":{"rendered":"

Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week 2014<\/h2>\n

carbon monoxide awareness week 2014 is Monday September 22 to Sunday September 28.<\/p>\n

The awareness campaign\u00a0for this year focuses on REMEMBER REMEMBER REMEMBER.<\/p>\n

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REMEMBER<\/span> the causes<\/p>\n

Carbon Monoxide can be produced when ANY fuel is burnt, including oil, gas,wood and coal<\/p>\n

REMEMBER to service<\/p>\n

To prevent Carbon Monoxide, ensure your appliances are installed and serviced annually by a Registered Gas Installer, a Registered Oil Technician, or a qualified service agent for your fuel type. \u00a0Also make sure vents, flues and chimneys are kept clear.<\/p>\n

REMEMBER<\/span> the alarm<\/p>\n

Carbon Monoxide is odourless and colourless so for added protection install an audible carbon monoxide alarm.\u00a0 Make sure the alarm complies with EN 50291, carries a CE mark, has an end of life indicator and carries an independent certification mark.<\/p>\n

carbon monoxide awareness week 2014, what is Carbon Monoxide?<\/h2>\n

Carbon Monoxide (also known as CO) is a colourless, odourless poisonous gas and is a common yet preventable cause of death from poisoning worldwide.<\/p>\n

It can be produced when there is a lack of air when fossil fuels are used or if the appliance is faulty.<\/p>\n

Dangerous amounts of carbon monoxide can accumulate at home as a result of any or a combination of the following:<\/p>\n