Editorial Policy

SilentShadow.org is an educational resource focused on carbon monoxide (CO) safety. We aim to publish content that is accurate, clear, and grounded in authoritative sources. Learn more about our mission: About SilentShadow.org.

1. Our Content Principles

Safety-first: When there is potential risk, we lead with the safest next step (fresh air, emergency services where appropriate).
Evidence-based: We prioritize primary sources and official guidance over opinion.
Plain language: We explain technical terms and avoid unnecessary jargon.
No individualized medical advice: We provide general information, not diagnosis or treatment decisions.

2. Sources We Prioritize

We primarily rely on public health agencies, consumer safety regulators, national health services, building/fire safety organizations, and major medical reference resources. When citing studies, we prefer peer-reviewed research and systematic reviews. See our curated resource list.

3. Fact-Checking and Review

Before publication or major updates, we check key claims against authoritative sources. On high-impact safety pages, we include a "Sources" section so readers can verify guidance directly.

4. Updates and Page Maintenance

We update pages when guidance changes, new safety standards emerge, or we identify errors. Each updated page displays a "Last updated" date.

5. Corrections

If you believe a page contains an error, contact us with the page URL, the specific claim, and a supporting reference. If we confirm an error, we will correct it and update the "Last updated" date.

6. Conflicts of Interest and Advertising

If the Site displays advertising or participates in affiliate programs, monetization does not determine our safety recommendations. We do not accept payment in exchange for favorable coverage. See our Advertising Disclosure.

7. Contact

Editorial questions or corrections: [email protected]