Following the simple safety rules listed below can make for a fun and enjoyable Halloween Night.
TRICK-OR-TREATING :
Trick-or-treat in familiar neighborhoods.
Walk! Don’t run from house to house and use the sidewalk if available.
Never enter the house while trick-or-treating.
Never accept a ride or go with strangers.
Stay in groups and carry a flashlight.
Report suspicious activity to the police immediately.
MOTORISTS :
Drive slowly and remain cautious, especially in residential areas.
Watch for children walking in the street or standing in the median.
Obey all traffic and pedestrian regulations.
Avoid the use of drugs or alcohol during Halloween festivities, especially when driving.
COSTUMES :
Wear bright colored costumes or provide reflective tape for darker materials.
Choose costumes that fit properly and are flame resistant.
Use soft, flexible props that won’t cause an injury or be mistaken as authentic.
HOME :
Use decorations that are made of flame resistive/non-combustible materials.
Avoid overloading electrical outlets with festive lighting and sound equipment.
Choose flameless candles for the jack-o’-lantern or table and window displays.
Keep paper material and dry decorations and away from excessive heat or open flames.
Eliminate fall or tripping hazards on the porch or walkway to the front door and light the path for a safe approach.
CANDY:
Check all candy wrappers for signs of tampering.
Discard any candy that is open or unwrapped.
Avoid giving hard candy to small children.