Halloween Tips for Trick-or-Treaters and Parents | DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog

Each year, we post new Halloween health and safety tips here on the DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog, but the basic dangers related to Halloween festivities tend to remain the same.  Following are some good, common sense tips for a safe celebration, courtesy of the American Red Cross:

• “Walk, slither, and sneak on sidewalks, not in the street.
• Look both ways before crossing the street to check for cars, trucks, and low-flying brooms.
• Cross the street only at corners.
• Don’t hide or cross the street between parked cars.
• Wear light-colored or reflective-type clothing so you are more visible. (And remember to put reflective tape on bikes, skateboards, and brooms, too!)
• Plan your route and share it with your family. If possible, have an adult go with you.
• Carry a flashlight to light your way.
• Keep away from open fires and candles. (Costumes can be extremely flamable.)
• Visit homes that have the porch light on.
• Accept your treats at the door and never go into a stranger’s house.
• Use face paint rather than masks or things that will cover your eyes.
• Be cautious of animals and strangers.
• Have a grown-up inspect your treats before eating. And don’t eat candy if the package is already opened. Small, hard pieces of candy are a choking hazard for young children.”Previously on the DC Metro Area Personal Injury Law Blog, we have posted articles related to:
  • Trick-or-treating safety issues
  • Increased rates of fall, pedestrian injuries and severe burns on Halloween
  • Halloween safety for drivers
  • Dangerous Halloween candy

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