If you are going abroad and are concerned about the dangers of carbon monoxide poisoning, there are a number of things you can do:

• Check what gas safety precautions your tour operator has in place.
• Check if there is an audible carbon monoxide alarm fitted in the accommodation.
• If there isn't an alarm fitted, take your own.  You may want to do this anyway to be completely safe.
• Make sure any alarm you take with you is CE-approved – look for the ‘CE’ and ‘BS’ symbols on the packaging. Your alarm should have an audible signal and a removable battery. You will need to remove the battery from the alarm before travelling and replace it once you have arrived at your destination. Place it near the appliance or in the bedroom, but make sure you follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Never use a ‘black spot’ carbon monoxide detector. These are often inaccurate and will not alert you to the presence of carbon monoxide if you are asleep, out of the room, or overcome by carbon monoxide fumes.
• Remember the symptoms, including feeling sick, dizzy, lacking energy, or suffering severe headaches. If you experience any of these symptoms indoors but feel better outside, seek urgent medical attention and say that you suspect carbon monoxide poisoning. Immediately report your concerns to your holiday rep or other responsible person, and do not return to your accommodation until it has been checked.
• Look out for signs on any gas appliances in your accommodation, including brown or black marks or stains, lazy orange flames instead of crisp blue ones, pilot lights that easily blow out and excessive condensation in the room.

If you buy a carbon monoxide alarm to take with you on holiday, remember to use it at home once you get back.

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