7 Halloween Trick or Treating Safety Tips

Trick or treating is always fun for children and young teenagers. They can dress up to be their favourite superheroes or princesses, enjoy parties, and eat lots of sugary treats. On the other hand, Halloween night can be dangerous if kids and parents aren’t careful. Take a look at these safety tips before heading out.

Children going with parents:

1. Dress for the weather. The last thing you want for your precious little one to bring back is sickness
2. A bag or pillowcase with reflective tape for the candies
3. Stay on one side of the street. Work your way up one side of the street then start on the other
4. Well-lit houses. Don’t visit houses that are not well lit or go inside stranger’s house
5. Costume choice – weapons – no toy guns and ensure swords are soft and flexible
6. Costume choice – glow sticks or reflective tape – they help them see and be seen by others and drivers
7. Examine all treats before letting them consume

Young teenagers going without parents:

1. Set areas or route they can visit
2. Have them travel in groups
3. Set a curfew for them
4. Minimizes risk of eye injury by not wearing decorative contact lenses
5. Wear well-fitting masks and costumes to avoid injuries
6. Ensure they have a flashlight and possibly a cellphone for emergency needs
7. Examine all treats before letting them consume

From everyone at Maple Leaf Self Storage have a safe and happy Halloween everyone!