Carbon monoxide in buildings - Revision history

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		+	* BS EN 50291.
	* Carbon dioxide.		* Carbon dioxide.
	* Carbon monoxide detector.		* Carbon monoxide detector.

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	(Ref. [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms])		(Ref. [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms])

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	* Ionisation smoke alarm.		* Ionisation smoke alarm.
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	* Project SHOUT.		* Project SHOUT.
	* Smoke damper.		* Smoke damper.

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−	In April 2018, the government announced it was undertaking a review of rules that require carbon monoxide alarms to be fitted in homes across England when solid fuel appliances such as wood burning stoves and boilers are installed~~. The review will examine the regulations to establish whether they remain fit for purpose~~.	+	In April 2018, the government announced it was undertaking a review of rules that require carbon monoxide alarms to be fitted in homes across England when solid fuel appliances such as wood burning stoves and boilers are installed.

−	The review will examine new research into the number of carbon monoxide poisonings and ~~consider~~ whether the rate of installation is being affected by the cost of alarms.	+	The review will examine the regulations to establish whether they remain fit for purpose and will consider new research into the number of carbon monoxide poisonings and whether the rate of installation is being affected by the cost of alarms.

−	The government ~~stated~~ that any changes as a result of the review would take into account the outcome of the independent ~~[[Independent_review_of_the_building_regulations_and_fire_safety\|~~Hackitt review]] into building regulations and fire safety.	+	The government confirmed that any changes as a result of the review would take into account the outcome of the independent Hackitt review into the building regulations and fire safety.

	(Ref. [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms])		(Ref. [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms])

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	In addition, the presence of carbon monoxide can be identified by carbon monoxide detectors. These can be standalone units, or combined units that also operate as smoke detectors. Typically, an audible alarm is sounded if carbon monoxide is detected.		In addition, the presence of carbon monoxide can be identified by carbon monoxide detectors. These can be standalone units, or combined units that also operate as smoke detectors. Typically, an audible alarm is sounded if carbon monoxide is detected.
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		+	For more information, see Carbon monoxide detector.

	From 2010, the building regulations have required carbon monoxide alarms when solid fuel burning appliances are installed. In 2015 the government introduced new regulations requiring private rented sector landlords in England to have a carbon monoxide alarm in any room used as living accommodation where solid fuel is used. Detectors must be tested at the start of each tenancy, and penalties for failure to comply can be up to £5,000.		From 2010, the building regulations have required carbon monoxide alarms when solid fuel burning appliances are installed. In 2015 the government introduced new regulations requiring private rented sector landlords in England to have a carbon monoxide alarm in any room used as living accommodation where solid fuel is used. Detectors must be tested at the start of each tenancy, and penalties for failure to comply can be up to £5,000.
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	* CCTV.		* CCTV.
	* Combustion appliance.		* Combustion appliance.

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	The review will examine new research into the number of carbon monoxide poisonings and consider whether the rate of installation is being affected by the cost of alarms.		The review will examine new research into the number of carbon monoxide poisonings and consider whether the rate of installation is being affected by the cost of alarms.

−	The government stated that any changes as a result of the review would take into account the outcome of the independent Hackitt review into building regulations and fire safety.	+	The government stated that any changes as a result of the review would take into account the outcome of the independent [[Independent_review_of_the_building_regulations_and_fire_safety\|Hackitt review]] into building regulations and fire safety.

	(Ref. [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms])		(Ref. [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms])

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	Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, tasteless and odourless gas that is highly poisonous. It can cause serious damage to health if inhaled over a long period, and can quickly cause neurological damage, paralysis or death. Carbon monoxide poisoning is estimated to kill approximately 40 people a year in the UK, and to result in 1,100 hospital admissions, with children most at risk.		Carbon monoxide (CO) is a colourless, tasteless and odourless gas that is highly poisonous. It can cause serious damage to health if inhaled over a long period, and can quickly cause neurological damage, paralysis or death. Carbon monoxide poisoning is estimated to kill approximately 40 people a year in the UK, and to result in 1,100 hospital admissions, with children most at risk.

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	However, people are particularly at risk when they are asleep as these symptoms may not be noticed. Carbon monoxide is sometimes referred to as the ‘silent killer’.		However, people are particularly at risk when they are asleep as these symptoms may not be noticed. Carbon monoxide is sometimes referred to as the ‘silent killer’.

−	Carbon monoxide is produced when a combustion appliance, such as a boiler, heater, oven and so on, does not completely burn a carbon-based fuel. This might include fuels such as; gas, oil, paraffin, coal, wood or charcoal. Typically, fuel might not be completely burned if an appliance has been incorrectly installed or maintained or if vents chimneys or flues are blocked. It may also enter a property through shared chimneys or flues.	+	Carbon monoxide is produced when a combustion appliance, such as a boiler, heater, oven, and so on, does not completely burn a carbon-based fuel. This might include fuels such as; gas, oil, paraffin, coal, wood or charcoal. Typically, fuel might not be completely burned if an appliance has been incorrectly installed or maintained or if vents chimneys or flues are blocked. It may also enter a property through shared chimneys or flues.

−	It is important to ensure that appliances are properly installed by suitably qualified installers (such as a HETAS approved installer or a Gas Safe Registered engineer) and that they are regularly serviced and maintained. Landlords are required to maintain gas appliances and to have annual gas safety checks carried out. The fire service recommend that householders do not use appliances such as paraffin heaters, BBQ’s or cabinet heaters in their homes.	+	It is important to ensure that appliances are properly installed by suitably qualified installers (such as a HETAS approved installer or a Gas Safe Registered engineer), and that they are regularly serviced and maintained. Landlords are required to maintain gas appliances and to have annual gas safety checks carried out. The fire service recommend that householders do not use appliances such as paraffin heaters, BBQ’s or cabinet heaters in their homes.

	Because carbon monoxide is colourless, tasteless and odourless, it is difficult for people to detect. Signs that carbon monoxide might be being generated include:		Because carbon monoxide is colourless, tasteless and odourless, it is difficult for people to detect. Signs that carbon monoxide might be being generated include:
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	Sprue’s initiative 'Project SHOUT' is intended to raise awareness of the dangers of carbon monoxide gas and to highlight the importance of having carbon monoxide alarms in your home.		Sprue’s initiative 'Project SHOUT' is intended to raise awareness of the dangers of carbon monoxide gas and to highlight the importance of having carbon monoxide alarms in your home.

−	In April 2018, the government announced it was undertaking a review of rules that require carbon monoxide alarms to be fitted in homes across England when solid fuel appliances such as wood burning stoves and boilers are installed. Ref [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms]	+	= 2018 review =
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		+	In April 2018, the government announced it was undertaking a review of rules that require carbon monoxide alarms to be fitted in homes across England when solid fuel appliances such as wood burning stoves and boilers are installed. The review will examine the regulations to establish whether they remain fit for purpose.
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		+	The review will examine new research into the number of carbon monoxide poisonings and consider whether the rate of installation is being affected by the cost of alarms.
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		+	The government stated that any changes as a result of the review would take into account the outcome of the independent Hackitt review into building regulations and fire safety.
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		+	(Ref. [https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms https://www.gov.uk/government/news/government-to-launch-review-into-carbon-monoxide-alarms])

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