It is that time again! Ghosts, Goblins, Pumpkins and FUN! Cooler weather, Carving that great Jack O Lantern. and of course TRICK OR TREATING!!! Here are a few pointers for a safe Halloween:

• Escort any younger kids while trick-or-treating 
• Set a specific time for your kids to be out 
• Always know who is trick-or-treating with your kids
• Make sure your kids know to never enter any homes 
• Inspect all candy and treats before your kids eat the, 
• Only give our commercially wrapper candy 
• Consider pacing reflective or glow tape on costumes 
• Kids should carry a flash light or some form of light device 

And a few tips for the trick or treaters:

• Don’t trick-or-treat alone 
• Do not take short cuts through alleys and buildings 
• Stay on sidewalks when possible 
• Never approach someone in a car who is offering candy 
• Look both ways before crossing a street
• Trick-or-treat at houses that have porch lights on or are well lit. And never, ever go inside a home. 
• Wait until you get home to eat treats 

And a few tips for the drivers:

• Drive slowly and use extra caution 
• Look for children in the street and crossing the street between parked vehicles 
• Be extra careful entering and exiting driveways 
• Avoid any extra distractions such as cell phone or loud music 
• Use headlights all the time 
• If you drink at all, use a designated driver or ride-share program