Keeping Safe at Halloween
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Having a happy Halloween is a priority for most. Having knowledge of safety and using common sense can help deter any problems that might arise on this eventful night. Implementing these tips will provide safety and fun for everyone involved!
When planning your Halloween costume or that of your child’s, make sure they involve bright colors or reflective tape. Wear shoes that fit well and hem your costume if it’s too long to prevent tripping.
Make sure children know all of their emergency information. For young children, it’s a good idea to make an index card with all the information and put it in their trick-or-treat bag.
When purchasing costumes, wigs, or masks, make sure they are flame resistant. When purchasing novelty swords, guns, or knives, make sure they look fake and are flexible or soft to prevent injury.
Make sure all children and their escorts are equipped with a flashlight. Put new batteries in the flashlight at the beginning of the night and carry an extra set around incase the batteries die.
Make sure all children and escorts are familiar with the stop, drop, and roll method of extinguishing a fire from their clothes. Have them practice this incase their costume or outfit becomes inflamed.
It’s always a good idea for children and their escorts to trick-or-treat in large groups. Larger groups are more easily seen by motorists. Walk slowly and always communicate with your group so no one gets lost.
Have a family discussion with your children about what is acceptable and not acceptable on Halloween. Having these rules out in the open will prevent any unknowingness on Halloween night.
Make sure kids keep all their candy uneaten until they return home. Greatly inspect each piece of candy to make sure it hasn’t been tampered with.
If you are an adult planning an adult-themed Halloween party, make sure that keys are taken at the door and there are enough designated drivers. Remind guests that children will be trick-or-treating and driving while intoxicated is never a good idea!
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