Halloween Safety Tips
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Halloween is just around the corner and here are some tips to help you and your kids have a safer Halloween party or Trick-or-Treating experience.
- Keep candles and jack-o-lanterns away from curtains, decorations, and other combustibles.
- Never leave candles unattended.
- Make sure indoor or outdoor lights have been tested for safety by a recognized testing laboratory. Check wiring and extension cords for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or bare wires, or loose connections.
- Don’t overload extension cords or electrical sockets.
- Keep candles and jack-o-lanterns away from front porches & walkways to avoid being knocked over.
- Look for “Flame Resistant” labels on costumes.
- Make sure masks do not hamper the visibility of the wearer.
- Choose costumes made with bright colors to make them visible to motorists.
- Give Trick-or-Treaters flashlights to help them see better at night.
- Costumes should be well fitting to prevent tripping or falling.
- Children should use crosswalks and not run into the street from between parked cars.
- Parents or other responsible adults should accompany children.
- Parents should closely examine the treats collected by the children to ensure that they are safe to eat.
Have a safe & fun Halloween!
Facebook
LinkedIn
Twitter