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CO Exposure Symptoms
At low concentrations, CO exposure can cause shortage of breath, headache and dizziness. At higher
concentrations, CO exposure can lead to multiple symptoms including blurred vision, impaired hearing, loss of
consciousness, arrested breathing, and death.
NOTE: Air quality testing must be conducted using appropriate monitoring devices. Verify with the supplier
of these devices that they are appropriate for the use in a construction environment and not home use.
SUGGESTED CONTROLS
Engineering/Substitution
Administrative
Limit running time and do not let engines idle.
Ensure that the appropriate CO monitors with
audible alarms are set in place
Ensure that CO monitors are calibrated and/or bump
tested as per manufacturers requirements
Ensure that CO monitors are used per
manufacturers instructions and written procedures
Ensure that all workers responsible for air quality
monitoring have been trained in the proper use and
calibration of CO monitors
Ensure that all workers are trained regarding the
symptoms of CO exposure
Ensure that all workers are trained regarding the
legal requirements associated with the operations of
motorized equipment in excavations, buildings or
enclosed structures
Meetings
Obtain copies of the documents mentioned above.
Conduct Pre-Job meetings with applicable subcontractors
and as a minimum review the following:
Applicable legal requirements including O. Reg.
345/15, s.9.
Air quality testing procedures
Training
At minimum, workers should be trained on the proper use
of motorized equipment including but not limited to the
following:
Pre- use inspections
Sources of CO and symptoms of CO poisoning
Proper ventilation
Ensure calibration/bump test of air monitoring
device prior to use
Proper use and limits of air monitoring devices
Workplace inspections
The following minimum items should be reviewed during
workplace inspections:
Methods of ventilation
Air quality testing being carried out by a
competent worker as per written procedure
Creating Awareness
This information should be communicated via the JHSC,
safety meetings/ toolbox talks, and worker orientation
sessions.
Documentation
Ensure that appropriate supporting documentation is
readily available in the workplace including:
Operators manual
Equipment maintenance and inspection records
Written procedures for air quality testing
Records of training related to equipment
Records of training for supervisors and workers
conducting air quality testing
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