Halloween Safety Tips – Things You Might Not Have Considered

Posted by My Dallas Mommy on Wednesday, October 26th, 2016 at 6:30 PM
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Halloween can be such an exciting, adventurous night for parents and their children.  But, it can also be a dangerous evening, too.  Use these tips to keep you and your kids safe this year.  If you’re sending them out on their own, go over this list with them, to ensure their protection.  Being extra cautious never hurt anyone, but neglecting some simple tips could lead to injury.

  • Make sure your child can see clearly through their Halloween mask.  If their peripheral vision is blocked, consider altering the mask for better vision.
  • Add reflective tape to kids’ costumes.  This will make them much more visible to drivers, and keep them safer walking across the street.
  • Carrying glow sticks or flashlights can be very helpful.  Not only will your child be able to see better in the dark, motorists won’t be able to miss them.
  • Always trick-or-treat in groups.  There is safety in numbers!
  • Make sure the kids know your cell phone number and address.  This is precautionary, in case you are separated.
  • Always trick-or-treat in well lit neighborhoods that you are familiar with.
  • Ask the children to WALK, not run while trick-or-treating.  Accidents are far more likely to happen when children are moving quickly.
  • If your kids’ Halloween mask is too big or doesn’t fit properly, this could lead to tripping, falling or running into objects.  fix their masks so that they are snug against their faces.

Happy Halloween!

  • Never eat unwrapped or homemade candy handed out by strangers. Unfortunately, not all people have good intentions.
  • Skip visiting and trick-or-treating at darker houses.  If lights are not prevalent, pass that house and go onto the next.
  • Be mindful of jack-o-lanterns and other fire hazards.  Costumes made of flame-resistant material are best, but keeping a close eye and being aware can be just as helpful.
  • Teach your children to make eye contact with drivers when crossing the street.  They can wave or hold up their glow stick as they cross, as well.
  • When passing driveways, teach children to stop and look both ways.  A car entering or existing a driveway or path might not be as noticeable, especially if they haven’t turned on their lights.
  • Allow children to determine their own bravery when it comes to scary decorations.  If they are stopped from exploring, this could lead them to misbehaving or becoming more scared.

Halloween safety might incorporate some obvious and everyday precautions, but just remember – your children have been looking forward to this night for weeks.  They have probably already indulged in more sugar than you realize and might be more hyper and less attentive.  They are small, so being seen and noticed by motorists is very important.

What are your best Halloween safety tips?

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