Family Focus: Halloween Safety Tips

BOSTON (CBS) – With less than a week to go until Halloween, Dr. Mallika Marshall shared a few tips on how to keep your little ghouls and goblins safe as they hit the streets to collect their loot. Costume Safety: Bright and reflective Avoid tripping hazards with strings, long fabric Avoid masks which limit visibility Flame resistant materials Trick or Treating: Have enough parents on hand Bring flashlights Make route and return home plan for older kids Well-lit streets Use sidewalk Be careful crossing the street Being a Good Trick or Treating Neighbor: Well-lit walkway Remove wet leaves or snow Secure pets Remove tripping hazards (rake, toys, etc.) Teal pumpkin project Non-food treats (toys, pencils, glow sticks, etc) Keeping Kids From Eating All the Candy At Once: Feed them dinner before heading out Let kids have fun with their treats Halloween night Ration treats in the days ahead
Source: WBZ-TV - Breaking News, Weather and Sports for Boston, Worcester and New Hampshire - Category: Consumer Health News Authors: Tags: Boston News Health Syndicated CBSN Boston Syndicated Local Family Focus Halloween Halloween Safety Trick Or Treat Source Type: news