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Carbon monoxide (CO) is a deadly gas that is present in the exhaust
fumes of all internal combustion engines, including the engines that
propel boats, and the generators that power boat accessories. By
itself, CO is odorless, colorless, and tasteless, but if you can smell or
taste engine exhaust, you are inhaling CO.
Early symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning, which are similar to
the symptoms of seasickness and intoxication, include headache,
dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea.
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Inhaling engine exhaust gases can result in carbon monoxide
poisoning, which can lead to unconsciousness, brain damage, or
death. Avoid exposure to carbon monoxide.
Stay clear from exhaust areas when engine is running. Keep the
boat well‑ventilated while at rest or underway.
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Engine exhaust gases contain harmful carbon monoxide. Avoid areas
of concentrated engine exhaust gases. When engines are running,
keep swimmers away from the boat, and do not sit, lie, or stand on
swim platforms or boarding ladders. While underway, do not allow
passengers to be positioned immediately behind the boat (platform
dragging, teak/body surfing). This dangerous practice not only places
a person in an area of high engine exhaust concentration, but also
subjects them to the possibility of injury from the boat propeller.
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Ventilate the passenger area, open side curtains or forward hatches
to remove fumes.
Example of desired air flow through the boat:
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Under certain running and/or wind conditions, permanently enclosed
or canvas enclosed cabins or cockpits with insufficient ventilation may
draw in carbon monoxide. Install one or more carbon monoxide
detectors in your boat.
Although the occurrence is rare, on a very calm day, swimmers and
passengers in an open area of a stationary boat that contains, or is
near, a running engine may be exposed to a hazardous level of
carbon monoxide.
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