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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