Thursday, October 28, 2010

10 Halloween Safety Tips


As you prepare for a weekend filled with ghosts, gobblins, trick-or-treating and scaring he neighborhood kids out of their costumes, it's important to use safety and common sense to make the most of your Halloween weekend. Here are a few safety tips to follow to keep you and your family safe.
  1. If you use candles, place your pumpkins in a safe area where they will be out of the way of trick-or-treaters.
  2. Make sure your property is clear of obstacles such as hoses, flower pots, and other lawn items that could be tripped over.
  3. Feeding your child a healthy dinner before they set out will prevent them from eating too much candy.
  4. Children should go out during daylight hours only unless accompanied by a responsible adult.
  5. Give your child a flashlight or glow stick and make sure costumes have reflective tape to make them more visible to cars.
  6. Costume accessories such as swords, knives, and similar props should be made of soft and flexible material.
  7. Instruct your child about staying away from strangers and not going into houses or cars.
  8. NEVER eat unwrapped candy, opened candy or fruit given to you on Halloween.
  9. Stay in familiar neighborhoods.
  10. HAVE FUN!!!

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