In the commercial environment, daily operations that lead to the creation of carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an invisible gas that cannot be smelled or tasted. High concentrations of carbon monoxide can be harmful and can cause toxicity.
American Alarm Services consultants can review your workplace
conditions and recommend the best location and type of carbon monoxide detector for the square footage in your business. Proper placement and the right amount or detectors is important for the most accurate reading and understanding your company’s’ Carbon Monoxide output into the working environment.
How does carbon monoxide happen in the workplace?
Carbon monoxide in commercial environments are commonly produced from heating and energy expending devices such as:
• Gas Appliances
• Heaters
• Furnaces
• Gas Powered Vehicles and Fork-lifts
• Cutting Saws
• Welders
Why are Carbon Monoxide Detectors important?
The proper installation of carbon monoxide detectors is important in keeping the workplace safe and employees healthy. Mild exposures are known to cause flu-like symptoms such as headache and vertigo, making it extremely difficult to attribute them to carbon monoxide exposures immediately. Long term exposures are likely to cause disorientation as well as adverse affects to cardiovascular function.