Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Transcript with visual descriptions
Visual: A split screen shows a white smoke detector on a dark ceiling on the left, on the right a text on a red background reads “Prevent Carbon Monoxide Poisoning”. Below it is the “Poison Help 1-800-222-1222 AAPCC” logo.
Visual: A split screen shows a hand holding a white carbon monoxide detector with a green light illuminated on the left, on the righ a text on a red background reads “In the past year, poison control centers consulted on more than 14,000 carbon monoxide exposures.”
Visual: A split screen shows a house covered in snow surrounded by snow-dusted trees on the left, on the right a text on a red background reads “Most exposures were reported in the colder months, between November and March”.
Visual: A split screen shows a family of three (man, woman, child) smiling and embracing on a sofa on the left, on the right a text on a red background reads “Poison control centers would like to remind you of simple ways to keep you and your loved ones safe from the invisible threat of carbon monoxide poisoning.”
Visual: A split screen shows a brick chimney on a house emitting white smoke into a background of autumn-colored trees on the left, on the right a text on a red background reads “Poison Prevention Tips: Install a carbon monoxide detector on each level of your home. Check or replace the battery regularly. Have your home heating system and chimney inspected regularly to ensure proper ventilation.”
Visual: A split screen shows a close-up of a car’s exhaust pipes emitting white smoke on the left, on the right a text on a red background reads “Poison Prevention Tips: Never attempt to heat your home by using an oven or clothes dryer. Never let your car engine run in a closed space such as the garage.”
Visual: A split screen shows a grey outdoor generator unit sitting next to a light-colored wooden house siding on the left, on the right a text on a red background reads “Poison Prevention Tips: Generators should only be used outdoors. When used outdoors, generators should be placed at least 20′ from doors, windows, and vents to avoid exposure to people residing indoors.”
Visual: A split screen shows a white smoke detector attached to a dark ceiling on the left, on the right a text on a red background reads “Call Poison Help (1-800-222-1222) in an emergency or for more information about preventing an exposure to carbon monoxide.” Below it is the “Poison Help 1-800-222-1222 AAPCC” logo.
