S – Soft and flexible swords and knives make for a safe and fun night
A – Avoid being alone while you are trick-or-treating. Stay in groups and/or with people you trust.
F – Fasten reflective material to your costumes to help you stand out drivers.
E – Examine all of your treats for any form of tampering, and for choking hazards, before eating your well-deserved treats.
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H – Have a nice and bright flashlight with you while trick-or-treating to help you see and for others see you. Walk from house to house and try and to avoid walking on the streets.
A – Always test a small area first when applying make-up. Remove to remove all make-up before going to bed to prevent possible skin and/or eye irritations.
L – Look both ways before crossing the street. Always use crosswalks when possible. Lower your risk for eye injuries by not wearing contact lenses for decorations.
O – Only walk facing traffic and on the sidewalks, or on the far edge of the road, to help you be more visible to drivers.
W – Wear well-fitting costumes, masks, and shoes to avoid tripping, falling or blocking your vision.
E – Eat only properly wrapped factory sealed treats. Avoid eating treats made by strangers.
E – Enter homes only of trusted friends and/or with an adult. Only trick-or-treat at houses that are well-lit. Never accept rides from strangers.
N – Never go near lit candles or open flames. Be sure to wear flame-resistant costumes/clothing.
