Halloween should be fun and scary, not dangerous and scary. AeroCare is reminding everyone to be safe on Halloween. Twice as many kids are hit by a car while walking on Halloween, more than any other day of the year.
Dressing appropriately for trick-or-treating and carefully planning your evening can increase the likelihood of an injury-free Halloween.
Kenneth Hawley, program director for AeroCare recommends that, before trick-or-treating, talk to children about these safety procedures:
- Children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult
- Travel only in familiar, well-lit areas
- Never enter a stranger’s home
- Agree on a specific time to return home
- Carry a flashlight with fresh batteries to help see and be seen
- Review pedestrian and traffic safety rules
- Do not to eat any treats until they are inspected by adults
When making or purchasing Halloween costumes, follow these safety precautions to ensure your children remain safe while looking great:
- All costumes, wigs and accessories should be fire-resistant
- Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags for better nighttime visibility
- Halloween makeup should be non-toxic
- Non-toxic makeup or decorative hats are safer than masks, which can limit or block eyesight
- Wear good-fitting costumes and shoes to avoid trips and falls
For more information on Halloween safety, visit the National Safety Council’s website at www.nsc.org.
