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What To Do When Someone Is Overcome By Carbon Monoxide
When someone falls victim to carbon monoxide poisoning, fast and responsive action is crucial. Know
the symptoms. The earlier the effects of CO are detected the better the chances for recovery. The
following list shows the sequence of events that must be done in an effort to revive a CO victim:
How Carbon Monoxide Can Enter Your Boat
Any device that burns fuel creates carbon monoxide. For example, a propane cook-top or a
space heater are both potential sources for CO. But the most serious danger comes from
the engines and generators aboard your own and neighboring boats. There are four basic
ways that CO from a running engine or generator can enter your boat:
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The “Station Wagon Effect” results from the aerodynamics of deck cabins and
transoms. With the boat under way, the air flow over the top forms a low pressure
area behind the cabin or transom which can suck exhaust gasses into the cockpit
and the cabin.
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Obstructions are principally a problem when boats are rafted together or tied to a
dock or seawall. Against an obstruction, exhaust gasses which normally dissipate
may instead be directed back to your boat. Beware of open windows, hatches, doors
and the location of the engine air intake. Exhaust contains particularly high
concentrations of CO when an engine is cold; so to protect yourself and your
neighbors, minimize the time spent getting under way. Pay particular attention to
potential obstructions when running a generator for long periods.
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Infiltration of CO from a neighbor's exhaust can be a problem aboard any boat at any
time. Infiltration can happen any time your neighbors are running a generator or
engine, even when they are many slips away.
Evacuate, Ventilate, Investigate and
Take Corrective Action:
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Action Sequence
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Move the person to fresh air.
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Administer oxygen if available.
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Contact medical help.
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If the victim is not breathing, perform
artificial respiration per approved CPR
procedures until medical help arrives
and takes over. Prompt action can make
the difference between life and death.
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Ventilate area.
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Investigate the source of CO
and take corrective actions.
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