F. Symptoms
H. Inspection
One or more of the following symptoms can signal the Look and listen for leaks in the exhaust systems of both
adverse effect of CO accumulation:
the generator and propulsion engine(s). Look for dis-
coloration around joints in the system (water leaks, car-
bon, stains, etc.).
1
2.
.
Watering and itchy eyes
Flushed appearance
Throbbing temples
. Inattentiveness
3
.
1.
2.
3.
Make sure all exhaust clamps are in place and se-
cured.
4
5.
Inability to think coherently
Ringing in the ears
. Tightness across the chest
Headache
6
.
Make sure ventilation systems work and are not ob-
structed or restricted
7
8.
9.
Drowsiness
Make sure gaps around the engine room plumbing
andcablewaysandexhaustsystemdoors,hatches,
and access panels are minimized to reduce the op-
portunity for CO to enter the accommodation
spaces.
10. Incoherence
11. Nausea
1
1
2. Dizziness
3. Fatigue
14.
Vomiting
15. Collapse
I.
Operation
16.
Convulsions
Cold Start vs. Warm Start: CO production is greater
while the combustion chamber surfaces and gas pas-
sages are cold versus when they are warm. A boat
operator should:
NOTICE
The order shown in the preceding list is gener-
ally the sequence of appearance of symptoms.
However, the order of appearance may change
for different people.
1.
2.
Pay attention to ventilating the boat,
NOTICE
The symptoms of carbon monoxide poison-
ing may easily be mistaken for seasickness.
Orient the boat so it will allow the maximum dissi-
pation of CO,
3.
Minimize the time spent on getting underway.
G. Treatment (Evacuate, Ventilate, Investigate, Take
CorrectiveAction)
The following are examples of possible situa-
tions where carbon monoxide can accumulate
within your boat while docked, anchored, or
underway. Become familiar with these ex-
amples and their precautions to prevent dan-
gerous accidents or death.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Move the person to fresh air.
Administer oxygen if available.
Always contact Medical help.
If the victim is not breathing, perform artificial respi-
ration per approved CPR procedures until medical
help arrives and takes over.
J.
Boathouses, Sea Walls and Other Boats
A boat operator should be aware that dangerous con-
centrations of CO can accumulate when a boat, gen-
erator or other engine operated device is operated while
the boat is moored in a confined area such as:
NOTICE
Prompt action can make the difference between
life and death.
1.
2.
3.
Boathouses,
5.
6.
Ventilate area.
Proximity to sea walls, or
Proximity to other boats.
Investigate source of CO and take corrective action.
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