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  TM 5-2410-233-23
FOR INFORMATION ON FIRST AID, REFER TO FM 4-25.11.
WARNING
CARBON MONOXIDE (EXHAUST GASES) CAN KILL!
· Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, deadly poison which, when breathed, deprives the body of oxygen
and causes suffocation. Exposure to air containing carbon monoxide produces symptoms of headache, dizzi-
ness, loss of muscular control, apparent drowsiness, and coma. Permanent brain damage or death can result
from severe exposure.
· Carbon monoxide occurs in exhaust fumes of internal combustion engines. Carbon monoxide can become
dangerously concentrated under conditions of inadequate ventilation. The following precautions must be
observed to ensure safety of personnel when engine of tractor is operated.
1.
DO NOT operate tractor engine in enclosed areas.
2.
DO NOT idle tractor engine without adequate ventilation.
3.
DO NOT drive tractor with inspection plates or cover plates removed.
4.
BE ALERT for exhaust poisoning symptoms. They are:
· Headache
· Dizziness
· Sleepiness
· Loss of muscular control
5.
If you see another person with exhaust poisoning symptoms:
· Remove person from area.
· Expose to fresh air.
· Keep person warm.
· Do not permit physical exercise.
· Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), if necessary.
· Notify a medic.
6.
BE AWARE. The field protective mask for nuclear-biological-chemical (NBC) protection will not protect you
from carbon monoxide poisoning.
The Best Defense Against Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Is Good Ventilation!
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