Did you know that due to carbon monoxide gas leak poisoning, more than 300 lives in Australia are lost every year? This number is alarming and that is why it is of utmost importance to have a proper gas leak detection equipment at home to protect yourself and of course, your family.

If you smell an unpleasant ‘rotten eggs’ odour in your premises, it is probably a question of unexpected gas leakage, as this is what it actually smells like. The main reasons for gas leaking are faulty, badly fitted or poorly serviced gas appliances and pipework. Liquid petroleum gas (LGP) and unburnt natural gas are not as poisonous as carbon monoxide, but they are still very dangerous as both may lead to explosion and fire. We all know that gas, by nature, is a highly combustible substance and if it is not used in a safe and controlled way, it can spread very quickly and be very dangerous.

The highly poisonous carbon monoxide (CO) cannot be seen nor tasted, but it can kill very quickly, without any warning at all. CO can also cause severe health problems, in the long run, like brain damage, for example.

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Symptoms

These symptoms are very similar to the food poisoning symptoms, flu, tiredness and viral infections. Hence, the reason why CO poisoning symptoms are frequently mistaken with the above-mentioned signs and people unconsciously put their lives in danger. Here are the most common carbon monoxide poisoning symptoms to look out for:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Breathlessness
• Loss of consciousness
• Collapse

How to Prevent Carbon Monoxide Gas Leaks?

The best way to deal with CO gas leakage is the prevention. The first line of defense is your household gas appliances. Make sure they are properly installed and you regularly check them for signs for tear and wear. Furthermore, do not forget to enhance the level of protection by equipping your home with reliable gas leak detection equipment. Hazardous gas leaks can be easily detected by different types of sensors, including infrared point sensors, electrochemical gas sensors, ultrasonic sensors and semiconductor sensors. All of them are used in a wide range of applications – homes, vehicles, waste-water treatment facilities, refineries and industrial plants. Make sure to have one at home to prevent a disaster.