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U.S. State CO Risk Assessment Report: Key Insights & Actionable Recommendations
UL Standards & Engagement’s latest U.S. State CO Risk Assessment Report evaluates each state across three pillars, health outcomes, code & regulatory framework, and public awareness, to produce a weighted score and place states into four performance tiers.
Anna Schnerre
7 days ago3 min read
From One Story to Another: Why We Fight for CO Safety
During an informal gab session with my friend Charon McNabb over 10 years ago, I learned that she had just begun her quest as a champion...
Michelle Binkowski
Jul 236 min read
Diagnosis of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in the ER
Diagnosing carbon monoxide poisoning in the emergency room starts with measuring carboxyhemoglobin (COHb) levels. If the patient arrived...
Gordon Johnson
Apr 294 min read
The 2025 CO Safety Summit: A Must-Attend Event for Public Health and Safety Professionals
Hi, I’m Jessica Waddell, and when I received my master of public health degree in 2015, I Jessica M. Waddell, MPS, MPH never dreamed of...
Jessica Waddell
Apr 184 min read
Deadly Risks on the Road: Why Carbon Monoxide Safety While Traveling Matters More Than Ever
Planning a trip? Don’t forget about carbon monoxide safety.
Learn 7 simple ways to protect yourself wherever you stay.
Charon McNabb
Apr 74 min read
HVAC Contractors Owe Their Customers a Safe Residence
This past holiday season, I was reminded of the responsibility HVAC contractors have, not only in installing and maintaining heating...
Gordon Johnson
Jan 272 min read
CO Awareness Month: How You Can Help Save Lives With NCOAA
November 1 marks the beginning of CO Awareness Month, a critical time to raise awareness about the invisible, odorless threat that is carbon
Rachel K
Nov 11, 20243 min read
The Urgent Need for Personal CO Alarms for Emergency Responders
By Attorney Gordon Johnson The National Carbon Monoxide Awareness Association (NCOAA) is advocating for all emergency responders to wear...
Gordon Johnson
Oct 3, 20243 min read
10 Carbon Monoxide Safety Tips for Fall: Protect Your Loved Ones
As the crisp fall weather sets in and we start relying more on our heaters, tools, and vehicles, it's important to remember the silent...
Rachel K
Sep 12, 20243 min read
Combustion Sense
CO prevention has to include the application of common sense. However, common sense for some might be different than for others. If what...
Gordon Johnson
Jul 15, 20243 min read
Inaugural CO Safety Summit
"Very, very well done!" This is feedback we received about the 2023 CO Safety Summit, and we agree! NCOAA held its inaugural CO Safety...
Christina Binkowski
Oct 16, 20232 min read
Diagnosing & Treating Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Learn how to diagnose and treat carbon monoxide poisoning.
Rachel K
Jun 13, 20233 min read
HVAC’s Critical Role in CO Poisoning Prevention
An HVAC system is an essential part of a home. However, along with the comforts this system provides, it can also be a source of danger....
Christina Binkowski
Jun 8, 20233 min read
Stay Safe from Carbon Monoxide Poisoning while Outdoors
As you spend time prepping for warm days ahead, you should also keep carbon monoxide safety in mind.
Christina Binkowski
Apr 11, 20236 min read
Protection from Carbon Monoxide: Relying on Regulations is Not Enough
Carbon monoxide is the “silent killer”, due to its inability to be detected by human senses. Carbon monoxide detection is a great tool in...
Christina Binkowski
Feb 22, 20235 min read
Children are our future. They must be protected from carbon monoxide.
On Oct 11, 2022, Happy Smile, Learning Smile had a carbon monoxide leak that led to more than 30 people being hospitalized, including 25...
Steven Schuetze
Dec 8, 20222 min read
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