Halloween Safety

Tips

#1: Make sure trick-or-treaters can see and be seen.

• Give children a flashlight to light their way.
• Have everyone wear light-colored clothing. Add reflective tape to costumes and trick-or-treat bags so kids are easier to see in the dark.
• Use flame-resistant costumes.

#2: Children should never trick or treat alone.

• Plan the trick-or-treat route in advance.
• A parent or responsible adult should accompany young children door-to-door in neighborhoods.

#3: Walk only on the sidewalks, not in the street.

• Walk, don't run.
• Look both ways before crossing the street, and cross only at the corner.
• Don't cross between parked cars.
• Never walk through alleys or cut across yards. Only cross the street in designated crosswalks.
• Adults should use extra caution if driving. Trick-or-treaters are excited and may forget to look both ways before crossing.

#4: Accept treats at the door - never go inside.

• It's not only vampires and monsters children have to look out for. Be cautious around animals, especially dogs.

#5: Make sure a grown-up checks the goodies before eating.

• Make sure to remove loose candy, open packages and choking hazards.
• Discard any items with brand names that you are not familiar with.

#6: Leave the pumpkin carving to adults.

• Small children should never carve pumpkins. Instead, let them draw a face with markers.
• Use a flashlight or glowstick to light the pumpkin instead of a candle.