After participating in the workshop on Carbon Monoxide, learners will be able to:

• Describe three qualities of carbon monoxide.
• Name five sources of carbon monoxide in the home.
• Describe five health effects of exposure to carbon monoxide.
• Identify where carbon monoxide alarms should be placed in the home.
• Name three things that should be done if one suspects carbon monoxide in the home.

Teaching plan for a 45 minute workshop (15 slides & notes).

1. Print this section of the Healthy Homes booklet to use as handout material.
2. Make copies of the Carbon Monoxide Pre-test & Post test.
3. At the beginning of the session distribute the Pre-Test. Ask the audience to take the quiz, informing them that it is voluntary and anonymous.
4. If you want to add additional visuals to the presentation, you can display a variety of carbon monoxide alarms, such as plug-in and battery operated. Discuss with the audience the advantages and disadvantages of each. You may be able to borrow these from your local building supply or hardware store.
5. Optional video:
   Carbon Monoxide: What you need to know about the Number one Cause of Death in the America.

   Available at the Healthy Indoor Air for America web site. This video is part of the IAQ video sample.

6. You may get a lot of questions about carbon monoxide.
   
• Check with the local fire department to see if they keep data on the number of calls they get each year on carbon monoxide. This will help to localize your information.
• Check with a local heating, ventilating, and air conditioning contractor to see what kinds of calls they get, and if they have any useful advice.
7. At the completion of your program distribute the Carbon Monoxide Post-Test. Ask the audience to complete the test and leave it on a back table or chair as they leave the room. Inform them that completion of the test is totally voluntary and anonymous, but the information will be used for program improvements and Extension reporting.
8. Thank everyone for coming, and let them know that if they have questions you will be available to talk with them.

Iowa State University Cooperative Extension

The Consumer Products Safety Commission
Cleaning to Control Allergies and Asthma
800-638-2772

The American Lung Association
800-LUNG-USA

Healthy Indoor Air for America’s Homes
406-944-3451