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Carbon Monoxide
Carbon monoxide (CO) is created by the combustion process
in engines, gas stoves and space heaters, and is emitted in
exhaust. CO is odorless and tasteless, and very toxic because
it interferes with the body's ability to take in and use oxygen.
CO is heavier than air, so it will collect near a boat's exhaust
on the surface of the water. Swimming near the stern of
a boat while the motor is running is extremely dangerous
and may have fatal consequences. Swimmers will inhale
CO fumes and may lapse into unconsciousness, and slip
under the water. CO related deaths are often mistaken as a
drowning.
Symptoms of CO poisoning include dizziness, ringing in ears,
headache, nausea, lethargy and ultimately, unconsciousness
and death. Treat complaints of any of these symptoms
seriously. To treat CO poisoning, get the victim fresh air,
administer mouth to mouth resuscitation if necessary, and
seek medical assistance.
Never allow anyone to hold on to the swim platform while
the boat is in motion! This practice, called "teak surfing"
or "platform dragging," puts the person at risk for CO
poisoning, propeller injury, and drowning.
Review Questions
1.
When must you report a boating accident to New York State Parks? _______________________________________
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2.
When are you required to assist another boater in distress?_______________________________________
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3.
What should you do if someone falls overboard? ______________________________________________________
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4.
What should you do if fire breaks out on your boat? ___________________________________________________
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5.
How can you avoid capsizing or swamping?___________________________________________________________
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6.
What should you do if your boat becomes unexpectedly grounded? _______________________________________
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