Lynchburg Personal Injury Attorneys on How to Stay Safe This Halloween

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Halloween Safety Tips Lynchburg, with Halloween just around the corner here are things you can do to keep your trick-or-treaters safe. Because people of all ages now celebrate this event, it's not just the kids we need to watch out for while out trick-or-treating. Adults increasingly dress up for Halloween while heading out to parties, bars, or other Halloween-themed festivities. Recent research shows that 43 percent more pedestrians are killed on Halloween than on any other day during the fall. Pets also need to be considered to help them avoid injury, as owners can take certain precautions to keep them safe.

Safety Tips for Kids

Halloween is an exciting time of year for kids, who are anxious to wear their costumes and go out and collect candy with their friends. Listed below are some tips to help them stay safe so they can enjoy their Halloween experience:

Plan to wear costumes that are bright and reflective.
Add reflective tape to trick-or-treat bags.
Try to avoid costumes with masks that don't fit and obscure vision.
Purchase costumes, wigs, and accessories that are flame resistant.
Avoid sharp or long costume props.
Review with children how to call 9-1-1 if they face an emergency.
Children under 12 should not go alone, they should go with a parent or responsible adult.
To ensure a healthy Halloween, a good meal prior to trick-or-treating will discourage kids from eating too much candy.
Sort and check candy at home. An adult should closely examine all treats before they are consumed by a child.
Safety Tips for Adults

For adults, there are several safety tips that could help avoid accidents and injury.

Utilize extra caution while driving in neighborhoods by driving slowly and keeping your eyes on the road.
Avoid distracted driving by not using your phone while driving.
Don't drink and drive. Designate a designated driver or call a ride share provider if you plan to drink.
Make sure your home decorations are safe, to avoid causing injuries like slip and fall accidents or injury caused by interaction with home decorations.
Safety Tips for Pets

Most pets will eat just about anything, especially dogs, so don't let your pet eat candy.
Keep pets away from the front door when passing out candy. Pet are sometimes spooked by strangers and costumes, so it helps avoid your dog biting a child or their parent.
Keep candles away from pets to avoid burn injury.
 

Enjoy your Halloween experience, and remember that Randall J. Trost, P.C. is here to help you if your fun is interrupted by injuries caused by the negligence of another party, such as a driver or property owner. Contact us at (434)528-4222 or at trostlaw.com to learn more or schedule a free, no obligation, case review.