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Make Halloween safe
10/30/2008 01:00 AM EDT
Follow these tips for a safe and fun Halloween night.
•On Halloween night, motorists need to be especially cautious, watching for children walking on roadways, medians and curbs and darting out from between parked cars.
•Have children carry flashlights or glow sticks for easier visibility.
•Insist that treats be brought home for inspection before anything is eaten. Don’t let children eat anything that is unwrapped or seems unusual. When in doubt, throw it out.
•Don’t let children carve a pumpkin unsupervised.
•Use facial makeup instead of masks that can hinder a child’s vision.
•Only fire-retardant materials should be used for costumes. Use light-colored materials and strips of reflective tape to make children visible.
•Avoid using simulated knives, guns or swords. If these props are used, ensure they are soft and flexible to prevent injury.
•Plan and discuss the route children will take, and their return time and make sure they stick to it.
•Ensure children stop only at houses that are well lit and teach them never to enter the home of a stranger.
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