The Carbon Monoxide Safety Association (COSA) is a not for profit organization dedicated to providing safety training and awareness in the area of carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide (CO) is an odorless and colorless gas which could be created whenever a fuel (such as wood, gasoline, coal, natural gas, kerosene, etc.) is burning. Carbon monoxide is a gas, that is colorless, odorless, tasteless, and highly toxic. Every year carbon monoxide claims hundreds of lives and sends over 50,000 poisoning victims a year to emergency rooms. COSA provides on site training and training programs for: first responders, medical professionals, home inspectors, HVACR and mechanical personnel, and others interested in CO safety.