HPS Briefing Note on Products of Combustion: Toxins in Fire Smoke
Publication Date: 14 July 2015
The principal products of efficient combustion of organic material are water vapour and carbon dioxide. However, toxic and noxious chemicals may be produced during incomplete or inefficient combustion.
This guidance lists the substances of concern, exposure symptoms and possible long term effects.
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- Publisher:
- Health Protection Scotland
- Publication type:
- Guideline and Guidance
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