CO is called the "Invisible Killer" because it's a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. Learn how to protect your family from this deadly gas.
Carbon monoxide, also known as CO, is called the "Invisible Killer" because it's a colorless, odorless, poisonous gas. More than 150 people in the Unites States die every year from accidental non-fire related CO poisoning associated with consumer products, including generators. Other products include faulty, improperly-used or incorrectly-vented fuel-burning appliances such as furnaces, stoves, water heaters and fireplaces.
An Alarm Can Save Your Life
Working CO alarms matter. Install one and check its batteries regularly.
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Other CO Topics
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Research & Statistics
JANUARY 07, 2016
Non-Fire Carbon Monoxide Deaths Associated with the Use of Consumer Products 2012 Annual Estimates
OCTOBER 13, 2015
JANUARY 08, 2015
Non-Fire Carbon Monoxide Deaths Associated with the Use of Consumer Products 2011 Annual Estimates
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The Safety Guides, Safety Alerts, and Neighborhood Safety Network posters listed below are available to download from CPSC’s website.
CPSC Safety Alerts and Neighborhood Safety Network posters are not available to order. If you would like to use these safety publications, they are free to download and print.