1.3.2.1. Headaches,dizziness, nausea, breathlessness, collapsing
or loss of consciousness.
1.3.2.2. Carbon monoxide symptoms are similar to flu, food poisoning, viral
infections and simply tiredness. That’s why it’s quite common for people
to mistake this very dangerouspoisoning for something else.
1.3.3. To avoid Carbon monoxide poisoning DO NOT Use Petrol/Diesel
powered equipment inside a home or garage even if doors and
windowsare open.
1.3.4. If you think you or someone around you has been affected by
carbon monoxide poisoning;
1.3.4.1. Get fresh air immediately.
1.3.4.2. Open doors and windows, turn off machineand leave the affected
area.
1.3.4.3. See your doctor immediately or go to hospital - let them
know that you suspect carbon monoxidepoisoning.
1.3.5. DO NOT use in an enclosed area or a moving vehicle.
1.4. Generalfuel safety.
1.4.1. Fuel Safety additionalinformation can be obtained from the Health
and Safety Executive (HSE) document SR16.
1.4.2. All fuelsare Flammable.
1.4.3. Keep awayfrom all ignition sourcesi.e. Heaters, Lamps, sparks
from Grindingor welding.
1.4.4. Hot work on tanksthat have contained fuel is extremelydangerous
and should not be carried out.
1.4.5. Keep work area clean andtidy.
1.4.6. Clean up all spills promptlyusing correct methods i.e. absorbent
granules and a lidded bin.
1.4.7. Dispose of wastefuels correctly.
1.4.8. Petrolsafety.
1.4.8.1. Alwaysfuel and defuel inwell-ventilated area.
1.4.8.2. Always wear correct, suitableandfit for purpose Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE), suggested items are as follows, but are
not limited too.