• Walk Safely – Use cross walks, walk on sidewalks instead of the street and always check before crossing
• Watch Your Child – Children under 12 shouldn’t trick-or-treat alone, and older children should stick to familiar well-lit areas
• Check Candy– Once your child is done trick-or-treating, be sure to check all candy. Look for unusual appearance or discoloration, tears in wrappers, unwrapped items or anything that appears spoiled.
• Keep Costumes Safe – Wear light colors and use fun reflective tape to decorate your child’s costume. Have kids carry glow sticks so they can be seen by drivers
• Drive Safely – Drive slowly in residential areas and take extra time to look out for kids at intersections, medians or curbs.

For more information on California State PTA’s steps for children’s safety, visit www.capta.org/safety.