10/31/2023
Fire Safety
* Use glow sticks or battery-operated candles for decorations
* Stay away from long-trailing fabric costumes
* Give children flashlights to carry for lighting or glow sticks as a part of their costume
* Keep decorations away from open flames and other heat sources, like light bulbs or heaters
* Keep exits and escape routes clear of decorations
Walking
* Cross the street at corners and use traffic signals/crosswalks
* Look left and right when crossing
* Put election devices down
* Always walk on sidewalks or paths
* If there are no sidewalks, walk facing traffic far to the left
* Watch for turning or backing up cars
* Join kids under 12 years old for trick-or-treating
* Tell children to stick to familiar, well-lit areas or stay in groups to trick-or-treat
Costumes
* Decorate costumes and bags with reflective tape or stickers
* Use light colors if possible
* Opt for face paint and makeup instead of masks that can obstruct vision
* Make sure a costume is the right size to prevent trips and falls
Driving
* Slow down, be alert in residential neighborhoods
* Take extra time to watch for kids at intersections, medians and curbs
* Enter and exit driveways and alleyways slowly
* Avoid distractions, like a cell phone, while in your car
* Popular trick-or-treating hours are 5:30 – 9:30 p.m.
Treats
* Don’t eat candy until it has been inspected at home
* Eat a snack before, to avoid eating a treat before it has been inspected
* Check for food allergies
* Don’t accept candy that isn’t commercially wrapped
* Remove choking hazards, like gum, peanuts, hard candies or small toys from bags
* Search candy for signs of tampering, such as unusual appearance, discoloration, tiny pinholes or tears in the wrappers
