Halloween Health and Safety Tips

• S Swords, knives, and similar costume accessories should be short, soft, and flexible.
• A Avoid trick-or-treating alone. Walk in groups or with a trusted adult.
• F Fasten reflective tape to costumes and bags to help drivers see you.
• E Examine all treats for choking hazards and tampering before eating them. Limit the amount of treats you eat.

• H Hold a flashlight while trick-or-treating to help you see and others see you. Always WALK and don’t run
• from house to house.
• A Always test make-up in a small area first. Remove it before bedtime to prevent possible skin and eye irritation.
• L Look both ways before crossing the street. Use established crosswalks wherever possible.
• L Lower your risk for serious eye injury by not wearing decorative contact lenses.
• O Only walk on sidewalks whenever possible or on the far edge of the road facing traffic to stay safe.
• W Wear well-fitting masks, costumes, and shoes to avoid blocked vision, trips, and falls.
• E Eat only factory-wrapped treats. Avoid eating homemade treats made by strangers.
• E Enter homes only if you’re with a trusted adult. Only visit well-lit houses. Don’t stop at dark houses.Never accept rides from strangers.
• N Never walk near lit candles or luminaries. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes.