Halloween Safety

Halloween is quickly approaching. It is time to start thinking about safety for Halloween. On this holiday it will be dark, sometimes scary, and a lot of fun. It is important to be prepared.

First thing is first: Costumes! I am sure you and your kids are searching for or designing the perfect costume! While you are doing this, consider a few things. Will you be able to see clearly through the mask if there is one? Does the costume have things sticking off of it that can be caught in trees or bushes? Are there parts of the costume dragging on the ground? Costumes can be dangerous if you don’t know what to look out for.

The next thing is your Trick-or-Treat route. Are you familiar with where you will be walking? Make sure that you know where the stop signs are and any busy roads. Going to an unknown neighborhood or area can be dangerous, so stick to where you know your way around.

While you are walking around it is vital to be alert to your surroundings. Stay off of your phone and keep your eyes on the sidewalk, road, and your children. It is very easy to lose track of your kids when they are very excited and running from house to house. Wear glow in the dark items and make sure your kids do too. This way you can find each other even if there aren’t any street lights on. Also watch the driveways for cars backing out. It is easier for you to spot the car than it is for the person driving the car to see kids dressed in dark costumes. 

If you will be driving during the hours where kids will be out and about on the roads, make sure to stay alert. As you should not be texting while driving at all, I cannot stress how important it is to avoid it during this time. Even talk-texting is a distraction. Keep your phone put away while you are driving. It only takes 1 second for a child to excitedly run into the road to go to the next house while you glance at your phone. Look around carefully before backing out of your driveway and before turning. Drive safely!

Please stay safe for Halloween! Do you have any tips to add? Our goal is to help you reach your goals while freeing up your time for things you really want to do. If you are interested in more information, or for a FREE Business Analysis, call us at 202-469-6774 or visit our website at www.bizebeeconsulting.com.