Halloween Safety Tips ​

Be Aware When Children Are Out to Scare! ​ Whether you’re trick-or-treating, staying home, or celebrating Halloween in your own way, here are some tips to stay safe:

Spooky Security

• Consider installing a smart doorbell or outdoor security camera with night vision to monitor visitors before opening the door. ​

• Arm your home alarm system and lock your doors to keep your valuables safe while you’re out. ​

• Check the batteries in your smoke detector and test it before lighting any candles. ​

• Turn on lights to signal that you’re home and accepting guests. ​

• Keep your entrance well-lit to ensure visitors can safely navigate the pathway to your door. ​

  
  

Terrifying Treaters

• Stick to neighborhoods you know well. ​

• Avoid going out alone. ​

• Start early and return home before it gets too late. ​

• Walk, don’t run, between houses. ​

• Cross streets at corners or crosswalks only. ​

• Look both ways before crossing the street and use sidewalks whenever possible. ​ walking through yards or streets. ​

• Plan your route ahead of time to stay on one side of the street instead of zigzagging back and forth. ​

• Keep children in sight at all times and stay together as a household. ​ Establish a meeting spot in case you get separated. ​

• Only approach homes with porch lights on or those clearly welcoming trick-or-treaters. ​

• Double-check that shoelaces are tied and wear comfortable shoes, such as sneakers, instead of boots with heels. ​

  
  

Before You Boo ​

• Avoid using candles in Jack-o’-lanterns or luminaries. ​ Opt for battery-operated flames instead. ​

• Be cautious when carving pumpkins. ​ Use pumpkin-carving tools and keep a firm grip on the blade to prevent injuries. ​ Alternatively, decorate pumpkins with paint or stickers for a safer option. ​

• Choose flame-resistant costumes, wigs, and accessories. ​ Ensure your outfit is the proper length and fit to avoid tripping or catching fire. ​

• Test face paint for skin allergies before applying it, especially around the eyes. ​

• Avoid using contact lenses that alter the look or color of your eyes, as they can pose risks to your eye health. ​

• Use a flashlight, LED light, or reflective tape on your costume to ensure visibility to others, including drivers. ​

• If wearing a mask, ensure it allows full visibility and proper breathability. ​

• If your costume includes a sword or weapon, avoid swinging it around and keep the pointed end away from yourself and others. ​

  
  

Candy Safety

• Never allow children to enter a home to accept candy. ​

• Inspect candy before eating. ​ Check bags and buckets for choking hazards and ensure all candy is properly sealed. ​ Discard any opened or unwrapped items. ​

• Review candy labels for potential allergens like peanuts, tree nuts, dairy, or gluten to ensure an allergy-safe Halloween.

Stay safe and enjoy the festivities!