Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips

Learn how to detect and stop the silent killer

Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless and tasteless.  It’s a deadly gas.  Here are some prevention and detection tips to keep you and your family safe:

• Install carbon monoxide detectors on each level.
• Don’t run any fueled engines in the garage, even if the door is open.
• Open your fireplace flue for adequate ventilation and don’t use barbeque grills in the garage.
• Use heating equipment approved by an independent testing laboratory.
• When changing a furnace filter, make sure the new filter is correctly positioned and the access panel is securely fastened.
• Have your home’s furnace inspected and serviced annually by a qualified technician.