T59: Toxic effect of other gases, fumes and vapours
T59.7: Toxic effect: Carbon dioxide
Carbon dioxide is a gas that is also normally found in the air. However, too much carbon dioxide in the air a person breathes can damage their health. Carbon dioxide is released in large quantities in fermentation processes, such as grain silos or slurry pits. A lot of gaseous carbon dioxide can also be released when handling dry ice.
Inhaling too much carbon dioxide can damage the body. The symptoms depend on how much carbon dioxide is in the air a person breathes. You may get headaches. The heart may beat too quickly or you may get shortness of breath. You may also be dizzy, become tired, confused or start shaking. At higher concentrations you can lose consciousness or stop breathing.
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