By Jenny Johnston
Halloween is such a fun night of the year, but careless behaviors
can ruin the excitement for kids and adults. By following these precautions,
Halloween is sure to be a safe and enjoyable evening for the whole family.
For trick or treaters:
- Wear appropriate shoes. While certain shoes may look adorable with costumes, they aren’t always practical for walking. Avoid shoes with a high heel or slippery bottom.
- Choose a comfortable costume. Plan costumes according to weather and avoid ones that drag on the ground that can trip feet or get caught on bushes.
- Children should carry or wear something lit like a flashlight, glow bracelet or light-up shoes.
- Only trick or treat at houses that are lit. Some residents don’t want to be bothered so it’s polite to respect their wish and move on to the next house.
- An adult should always accompany children while trick or treating. If young teens want to trick or treat without an adult, have them travel in a large group, give them a cell phone in case of an emergency, set firm rules and require a deadline for returning home.
- Don’t go inside a stranger’s house, even if they ask you to come in while they go and get candy.
- Watch out for cars. Don’t assume that drivers will see kids and stop.
- Inspect all the candy before letting children eat it. Check for goodies that are expired, unwrapped or homemade.
For residents handing out candy:
- Never let strangers inside your home. This is the most common cause of crime on Halloween. You can never be too sure!
- Clear away any objects on your driveway or sidewalk. Objects such as tools, hoses or extension cords can create safety issues if they’re left in the way.
- Secure your pets. Some pets don’t respond well to doorbells ringing and strangers arriving at their house. They can become aggressive and territorial which can frighten trick or treaters.
- Choose safe decorations. Opt for a battery powered candle in your jack-o-lantern instead of a real one. It’s perfectly okay to go for a spooky theme as long as trick or treaters aren’t in harm’s way.
For trick or treaters:
- Wear appropriate shoes. While certain shoes may look adorable with costumes, they aren’t always practical for walking. Avoid shoes with a high heel or slippery bottom.
- Choose a comfortable costume. Plan costumes according to weather and avoid ones that drag on the ground that can trip feet or get caught on bushes.
- Children should carry or wear something lit like a flashlight, glow bracelet or light-up shoes.
- Only trick or treat at houses that are lit. Some residents don’t want to be bothered so it’s polite to respect their wish and move on to the next house.
- An adult should always accompany children while trick or treating. If young teens want to trick or treat without an adult, have them travel in a large group, give them a cell phone in case of an emergency, set firm rules and require a deadline for returning home.
- Don’t go inside a stranger’s house, even if they ask you to come in while they go and get candy.
- Watch out for cars. Don’t assume that drivers will see kids and stop.
- Inspect all the candy before letting children eat it. Check for goodies that are expired, unwrapped or homemade.
For residents handing out candy:
- Never let strangers inside your home. This is the most common cause of crime on Halloween. You can never be too sure!
- Clear away any objects on your driveway or sidewalk. Objects such as tools, hoses or extension cords can create safety issues if they’re left in the way.
- Secure your pets. Some pets don’t respond well to doorbells ringing and strangers arriving at their house. They can become aggressive and territorial which can frighten trick or treaters.
- Choose safe decorations. Opt for a battery powered candle in your jack-o-lantern instead of a real one. It’s perfectly okay to go for a spooky theme as long as trick or treaters aren’t in harm’s way.
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