Have your vehicles inspected for exhaust leaks.

Inspect and repair chimneys, fireplaces, wood stoves, etc. each year before the cold weather sets in.

Be sure your heating equipment has an adequate supply of fresh air for combustion.

Open the flu when using the fireplace to ensure adequate ventilation.

Always refuel kerosene heaters outdoors after heater has cooled sufficiently. KEROSENE HEATERS ARE ILLEGAL IN ALL BUILDINGS EXCEPT OWNER/OCCUPIED 1 & 2 FAMILY HOMES IN THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY.

Gas barbecue grills can produce carbon monoxide. Never use them indoors or in the garage; even if the garage doors are open.

When camping, use battery-powered heaters and lights in tents, trailers and mobile homes. CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS ARE REQUIRED IN ALL RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AS PER FEDERAL DOT LAW.

What Are Carbon Monoxide Detectors?

Carbon monoxide detectors measure the amount of carbon monoxide gas that has accumulated. Current carbon monoxide detectors sound an alarm when the concentration of carbon monoxide in the air is equal to or above 10% carboxyhemoglobin level in the blood. 10% carboxyhemoglobin is the lowest level of carbon monoxide poisoning. This sensitivity may cause the alarm to sound before any symptoms appear. It is important to treat all alarms as serious and have the cause determined to be sure your home is safe. When buying a carbon monoxide detector, but only units that have been tested by qualified testing laboratories. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for installation and use of your carbon monoxide detector in your home. Test your carbon monoxide detector once a month along with your smoke detectors. Replace your carbon monoxide detector every two years, or as recommended by the manufacturer.

What Should I Do If My Carbon Monoxide Detector Alarm Goes Off?

Make sure no one is experiencing any signs of carbon monoxide poisoning

If symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are present, every one should exit the building leaving the doors open as you go

Once outside, use the neighbors phone to call 9-1-1, report the alarm and request immediate medical help, follow the instructions you are given

If symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning are not present, open windows and doors, shut down heating and cooking equipment

Call a qualified technician to inspect and service your equipment

Be on the look out for symptoms of carbon monoxide