Halloween Safety Tips: Keep Your Little Ghouls and Goblins Safe!

Halloween is one of our favorite holidays! From spooky decorations to creative costumes and, of course, all the delicious candy, it’s a night full of fun for the whole family! But did you know that children are twice as likely to be hit by a car and killed on Halloween than on any other day of the year? Now that’s a scary statistic!

At Home Hazard Prevention, we’re here to make sure your Halloween is all treats and no tricks with our top safety tips for costumes, trick-or-treating, and candy!

Costume Safety

✔️ Choose fire-resistant materials for costumes, wigs, and accessories. ✔️ Go bright! Light-colored costumes are easier to see at night. ✔️ Add reflective tape to costumes and treat bags or accessorize with glow sticks and necklaces. ✔️ Ditch the mask! Opt for non-toxic face paint to ensure better visibility. ✔️ Make sure costumes fit properly to prevent tripping hazards. ✔️ Label your child’s costume with your name and contact information, just in case!

Trick-or-Treating Safety

✔️ Supervise young children under 12 or ensure they go in a group with a trusted adult. ✔️ Stick to well-lit areas and follow a pre-planned trick-or-treating route. ✔️ Stay on sidewalks and use crosswalks when crossing the street. ✔️ Make eye contact with drivers before crossing. ✔️ Teach kids to never enter a stranger’s home or car. ✔️ Keep mobile devices away when walking to stay aware of surroundings.

Candy Safety

✔️ Inspect all candy before letting your child eat it. ✔️ Throw out any unwrapped or suspicious-looking treats. ✔️ Avoid homemade goodies unless received from a trusted source. ✔️ Watch for allergens in candies if your child has dietary restrictions.

Alternatives to Trick-or-Treating

Not a fan of door-to-door trick-or-treating? Consider these fun and safe alternatives: Host a Halloween party at home with games and prizes. Visit a trunk-or-treat event at a local community center or school. Plan a Halloween movie night with spooky (but kid-friendly) films.

If you’ll be handing out candy from home, make sure to:
✔️ Turn on your porch light to signal trick-or-treaters.
✔️ Use battery-operated candles instead of real flames in decorations. ✔️ Clear walkways of obstacles to prevent trips and falls. ✔️ Secure pets that might get scared or excited by visitors.

Happy & Safe Halloween from Home Hazard Prevention!

Halloween is meant to be a fun-filled night of adventure and imagination. By following these simple safety tips, you can ensure your little witches and wizards have a spooktacular and safe Halloween!

We’d love to see your costumes and hear your safety tips! Share with us in the comments or tag us on social media! 

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