Halloween Safety Tips
- Always carry a flashlight, and be sure to stay in areas that are well-lit.
- Walk on the sidewalk at all times. Do not run. If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left side of the road, facing traffic.
- Obey all traffic signals and signs. Only cross the street at crosswalks.
- Stay in neighborhoods that you're familiar with—you don't want to get lost in the dark.
- Only trick-or-treat at houses that are well-lit. Do not approach a dark house, and do not cut across yards.
- Don't approach unfamiliar pets or other animals.
- Before eating any of your treats, have your parents check to make sure that they are safe. Also, don't eat unwrapped treats.
- Be sure that all the parts of your costume, including masks and wigs, are flame resistant or retardant.
- If you have a toy sword or knife as part of your costume, it should be flexible and soft, so it cannot hurt anyone.
- Eat a well-balanced dinner before you go trick-or-treating, so you won't be tempted to eat too many treats.
- If you are old enough to go trick-or-treating with just your friends, make sure to take coins with you in case you have to make an emergency phone call.
- Never enter a stranger's home or car for a treat (or any other reason).