Halloween is a time for fun activities and making lasting memories, but it also brings certain safety risks. To help protect your kids from Halloween-related injuries or accidents, take a look at these essential Halloween safety tips.
Costume Precautions
- Avoid baggy or long costumes that could pose tripping hazards.
- Choose wigs, costumes, and accessories that are fire-retardant.
- Use face makeup and paint labeled as non-toxic and approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to prevent allergic reactions.
- Apply reflective tape to your children’s costumes and candy buckets if trick-or-treating at night.
Trick-or-Treating Safety
- Remind children to stay on sidewalks and look both ways before crossing streets.
- Ensure children under 12 are accompanied by an adult while trick-or-treating.
- Instruct children to never approach or enter a car with a stranger offering candy.
- Inspect all candy once your children return home to ensure it’s safe to eat.
Pumpkin Carving Tips
- Only carve pumpkins on a flat, well-lit surface, like a kitchen table.
- Use a pumpkin-carving kit with tools designed for carving.
- Place lit jack-o’-lanterns away from flammable items, such as curtains or tablecloths.
Trick-or-Treating in Busy Areas
In busy neighborhoods or near high-traffic roads, take extra precautions. Consider allowing children to trick-or-treat during daylight hours, or accompany them to keep them safe in areas with heavy traffic.
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This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as professional advice.
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