Carbon Monoxide exposure is when you breathe in carbon monoxide. Carbon Monoxide (CO) is a colorless, odorless, tasteless poisonous gas produced by the incomplete burning of any material containing carbon, such as gasoline, natural gas, oil, propane, coal, or wood. One of the most common sources of exposure in the workplace is the internal combustion engine.

It is also called CO poisoning. Breathing in CO can be very harmful. CO keeps your body from using oxygen. It does this by restricting the flow of oxygen to your red blood cells. Prolonged exposure to carbon monoxide can result in death or permanent damage to those parts of the body that require a lot of oxygen, such as the heart and brain.

Provide proper ventilation in the workplace if using gas powered engines.

Have your furnace checked every year before it is lit or you turn it on.

Keep a window slightly open if you use a kerosene heater, gas fireplace or a charcoal, wood or coal stove.

If your company is in need of this service and would like to schedule please call (740) 439-8191 or (740) 439-8773.

We would like to welcome Paul John to Southeastern Med. Paul is a physical therapist and is certified in athletic training. Paul will be assisting WorkPro with education as well as treating injuries. He will be available for Back School on-site training.

Back School Consists of:

• Posture education – seating and standing

• Lifting technique

• Education for aerobic exercise, flexibility, and strength training

• Ergonomic assessment of equipment with problem solving to correct improper technique.

• On-site simulation of correct lifting techniques with employees on their specific machine

• General concepts in how to prevent back injuries.

For more information or questions, contact WorkPro at (740) 439-8191.

We would like to welcome back Tina Nicolozakes to WorkPro. Tina will be our Customer Service Representative. If you have any questions or need more information about WorkPro you can contact her at (740) 439-8189.