Guidance

Carbon monoxide (CO): residential inspection aid

Guidelines for environmental health practitioners (EHP) on the risks of CO for occupants of residential premises.

• From: UK Health Security Agency
• Published: 1 September 2009
• Last updated: 17 November 2025 — See all updates

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Carbon monoxide (CO): residential inspection aid for environmental health professionals

Ref: PHE publications gateway number: 2015496

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This content was originally produced by Public Health England (PHE). This content is now owned and managed by the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA)

The document, produced by Public Health England and the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health, includes:

• what actions to take if the presence of carbon monoxide (CO) is suspected
• key telephone numbers for services providing further advice and practical assistance to protect occupants and others who might be at risk

Published 1 September 2009

Last updated 17 November 2025 + show all updates

1. 17 November 2025

   Rebranded as an UKHSA page.

2. 18 December 2015

   Updated leaflet.

3. 1 September 2009

   First published.