the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Glen Rock NJ, Glen Rock Police Department gave out some universal Halloween safety tips :
Halloween Trick or Treating Safety Tips
In little more than a week it will be that time of year again, when little goblins and ghosts will be going door-to-door, trick-or-treating. Glen Rock Police Department recommends the following safety tips to help make the occasion safe and enjoyable:
Children should:
•Only approach well-lit houses and always travel in small groups
•Wear clothing that is bright, reflective and flame retardant
•Use flashlights for guidance on sidewalks, walkways and when crossing the street
•Make sure masks have eye-holes large enough to see any tripping hazards or oncoming traffic, and mouth openings large enough to breathe easily
•Practice safe street-crossing by using crosswalks
•Wear sturdy shoes and temperature appropriate clothing under costumes
Parents and guardians should:
•Supervise children under 12 years old
•Establish a designated curfew for older children
•Make sure children are wearing safe costumes that fit well and don’t drag on the ground
•Apply reflective tape to your child’s arms, legs and treat bags
•Ensure costume accessories such as swords and other pointed objects are made with soft and safe materials
Homeowners should:
•Keep inside and outside lights on during trick-or-treat hours
•Avoid placing lit candles and jack-o-lanterns on doorsteps and walkways where costumes could brush against them and cause burns or fire
•Only hand out candy that is packaged and wrapped
•Avoid handing out small toys that could cause choking or lead poisoning for small children
