Keep Your Children Safe this Halloween

Falls are a leading cause of injuries among children on Halloween. To prevent falls and other injuries, children should be closely supervised during trick-or-treat activities:

  1. Children should only go to well-lit houses and remain outside the house at all times.
  2. Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
  3. Children must always carry a mobile phone and know how to call Emergency Services: 112 or 999.
  4.  Bring treats home before eating them.
  5. Stay on walkways and avoid crossing roads. Stay together in a group before crossing a road. Wear bright and reflective clothing.
  6. Remember, that masks can obstruct vision.

 Parents should:

  1. Supervise children.
  2. Agree a return time if children are over 12 years of age and unsupervised.
  3. Inspect all treats before children eat them.
  4. Drive slowly during Halloween and watch out for children.

Have a safe and enjoyable Halloween this year!