• Use face paints rather than a mask which can obstruct both breathing and vision.
• Make sure your child has (1) a name tag complete with your address and phone number, (2) change to make a phone call, and (3) a flashlight
• Young children should be accompanied by an adult, and no child should go out alone.
• Trick or treat only in familiar neighborhoods and set a time for when your children should return home.
• Children should never accept rides from strangers (If they need a ride, they should use the change you gave them to call!)
• Treats should not be eaten until the child is home so that you can inspect everything first.
• Check all treats for signs of tampering and discard all loose and homemade treats (unless you know the person who provided them)
• Accept treats only in the doorway. Never go inside a house.
• Plan your entire route and make sure your family knows what it is.
• Don't play near lit jack-o-lanterns.
• Visit only houses where the lights are on.
• Walk on sidewalks and driveways.
• Walk, Do not run.
• Cross the street at the corner or in a crosswalk.
• Take a cellular phone with you if possible.
• Wear a watch.

Costume Safety.

• Make sure costumes are flame-retardant and light or bright in color. Dark costumes should have strips of glow in the dark tape along the back.
• Avoid costumes with big, baggy sleeves or billowing skirts.
• Choose costumes that are light and bright enough to be visible to motorists.
• Costumes should be short enough to prevent children from tripping.
• Children should wear well-fitting, sturdy shoes. High heels are not a good idea.
• Hats and scarfs should be tied securely to prevent them from slipping over children's eyes.
• A natural mask of cosmetics is better than a loose-fitting mask that might restrict breathing or obscure vision.
• Sword, knives, and similar costume accessories should be of soft and flexible material.
• Decorate costumes and treat bags with reflective tape.