HALLOWEEN is meant to be a special "TREAT" for children. However, during this annual event there are unnecessary hazards which can be avoided if a few common sense precautions are taken.
Children, to prevent traffic accidents, fire injuries, poisoned candy or food, and falls, cuts and bruises, you should do the following:
BEFORE TRICK-OR-TREATING
Wear a costume that makes it easy for you to walk, see and be seen.
Be sure your costume is short enough to avoid tripping.
Use reflective tape on your costume so people driving cars can see you.
Carry a flashlight.
Try to use makeup rather than a mask.
If you wear a mask, take it off before crossing a street.
Plan your trick-or-treat route ahead of time, picking streets that are well lighted.
Tell your family on which streets you will be trick-or-treating.
Have a parent, older brother or sister go with you.
If someone older cannot go with you, trick-or-treat with a group of children.
If possible, trick-or-treat while it is still light outside.
Cross only at corners. Never cross the street between parked cars or in the middle of the block.
Walk on well-lit streets and stay on the sidewalk.
If there is no sidewalk, stay as far left of the roadway as possible and walk facing traffic.
Wait until you get home to sort, check, and eat your treats.
AFTER TRICK-OR-TREATING
Throw away any candy or food that is not wrapped and sealed by a candy or food company.
Notify your parents and the police if there are any suspicious treats - treats meant to harm you.
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Halloween Safety Tips Wednesday, 28 October 2009
HALLOWEEN is meant to be a special "TREAT" for children. However, during this annual event there are unnecessary hazards which can be avoided...
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