Halloween will soon be here; all the ghosts and goblins will be prowling the streets looking for treats. Here are some tips to make sure your child has a fun and safe Halloween.
 
Tips for safe trick or treating:

• Only buy costumes that are flame retardant. 
• Try to use makeup instead of masks as they that can obstruct your child’s vision.
• Make sure your child can be seen by drivers. Use bright coloured costumes and decorate with reflective tape, bands or glow sticks.
• Give each child a flashlight to carry. 
• Smaller children should go with at least one parent. Older children and not with an adult should be in a group with older, responsible children. Make sure to give your child some quarters or your cellular phone  just in case they need to make a call.
• Stay on the sidewalk or at the side of the road facing traffic.
• Children should stay in well lit areas and only visit homes that have their outside lights turned on. Make sure they understand not go inside any homes.
• Children should walk, not run from house to house.
• Make sure you inspect your child’s candy before they eat it. Throw out any treats that are not wrapped, have open, torn or small holes in the wrapper.

Make your home safe for trick or treaters:

• Be extra careful when driving. Children tend to forget safety rules on the best of days never mind being in a state of trick or treater excitement. 
• Slow down when driving in areas with children and watch them carefully. 
• Pay extra attention when entering and exiting driveways.
  

Have a safe and wonderful Halloween.

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