Smoke, Fire & Gas Detection FAQs
What is carbon monoxide?
Carbon monoxide (chemical symbol: CO) is a colourless, odourless, tasteless and toxic gas created by the incomplete combustion of fossil fuels (gas, oil, coal and wood) used in everyday appliances such as heaters, engines and boilers.
Protect you and your family by purchasing a
CO detector and learning about the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning.
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Reviewed: 14/09/2023 (doc:536 V1.0). Our articles are reviewed regularly. However, any changes made to standards or legislation following the review date will not have been considered. Please note that we provide abridged, easy-to-understand guidance. To make detailed decisions about your fire safety provisions, you might require further advice or need to consult the full standards and legislation.
