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Costume SafetyNo. 8640 · The 2026 edition

10 Halloween Safety Tips

Stay Safe While Having Fun: Essential Halloween Tips

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Discover ten key safety tips to ensure a fun and secure Halloween for kids and adults, from costume choices to trick-or-treating guidelines.

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Discover ten key safety tips to ensure a fun and secure Halloween for kids and adults, from costume choices to trick-or-treating guidelines.

Tips

  • Ensure costumes are flame-resistant.
  • Use non-toxic makeup and accessories.
  • Add reflective tape or glow sticks to costumes for visibility.
  • Carry a flashlight when trick-or-treating at night.
  • Walk on sidewalks and cross at corners.
  • Look both ways before crossing the street.
  • Stay in well-lit areas.
  • Know the route your children will take.
  • Inspect treats before eating.
  • Supervise young children while trick-or-treating.

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