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7 CO CO FACTS ABOUT CARBON MONOXIDE Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas. You can’t see it, smell it or taste it. It can be produced by common household appliances. A few important steps can help keep you and your family safe. Get an annual inspection for all fuel-fired appliances in your home Install a CO alarm (on every floor level) Answers: 1. Inspector in basement 2. Chimney is clear 3. Outside vent is clear 4. CO alarms on each floor 5. Car is not running in garage 6. Cars are different colours 7. Bed is missing House A is CO safe, because of answers 1-5 Which house is CO safe? TAKE ACTION COSafety.ca

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Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a poisonous gas.

You can’t see it, smell it or taste it.

It can be produced by common household appliances.

A few important steps can help keep you and your family safe.

• Get an annual inspection for all fuel-fired appliances in your home

• Install a CO alarm (on every floor level)

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1. Carbon Monoxide2. CO Alarm3. Furnace4. Gas Dryer5. Gas Fireplace6. Gas Stove7. Safety8. Inspection

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