Queen’s North Hawai’i Community Hospital reminds everyone to follow these tips for a safe Halloween:
Halloween Preparation
- Plan a Halloween party instead of trick-or-treating—or attend a community event
- Chose comfortable costumes and shoes that do not restrict movement
- Avoid dark-colored costumes
- Use make-up rather than a mask
- Make sure costumes are fire proof or treated with fire retardant
- Use reflective fabric or tape to improve visibility
Halloween Day
- Turn on exterior lights and remove objects that could cause tripping
- Avoid trick-or-treating alone – stay with an adult and in groups
- Remind kids to steer clear of strangers
- Start early in the evening and stay in your own neighborhood
- Carry a flashlight or a light stick and a cell phone
- Stay in well-lit areas
- Walk on sidewalks and cross at corners or lights; do not cross mid-block
- Avoid dark areas and houses
- Never enter a home without parental permission, even if in a group
- Inspect Halloween treats before letting kids eat them
- Eat only treats that are sealed and/or in original packaging
- If you see something suspicious, say something – call 911
