Eight Safety Tips for Halloween Night
1. Ensure High
Visibility: Equip kids with flashlights, glow sticks, or reflective tape on
their costumes and trick-or-treat bags so drivers can easily spot them in the
dark.
2. Choose Safe Costumes: Make sure costumes are flame-resistant and hemmed to prevent tripping. Opt for face paint or non-toxic makeup instead of masks, which can block peripheral vision.
3. Plan and Agree on the Route: Set a clear, familiar neighborhood route in advance and establish a firm curfew for when your child needs to be home.
4. Use the Buddy System: Ensure your child always stays in a group or with a trusted adult. Remind them to stick together and never split up from their group.
5. Stick to
Well-Lit Paths: Tell kids to stay on sidewalks, cross streets only at
crosswalks or corners, look both ways before crossing, and never shortcut
through dark alleyways or unlit yards.
6. Only Visit Lit Homes: Teach children to only approach houses that have their porch lights on and never to step inside anyone's home or car for a treat.
7. Inspect All Treats First: Instruct kids not to eat any candy until an adult has checked it at home. Throw away any unwrapped, torn, or suspicious-looking items.
8. Charge Phones & Set Emergency Contacts: If they have one, make sure your child has a fully charged phone with your contact number saved, and review what to do if they get lost or encounter an emergency.
I hope you all have a fun and safe Halloween for those that celebrate!
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