The potential for unintentional injuries rises on Halloween with increases in pedestrian injuries, burns and falls among children. The chances of a child being hit by a car and killed increases significantly on Halloween.
Most parents worry about candy tampering.
Attach the name, address and phone number of children under age 12 to their clothes in case they get separated from adults. Teach children their phone number. Make certain a child has change for a telephone call in case they have a problem away from home. Instruct children to travel only in familiar areas and along a pre-established route. Instruct children never to enter a home or an apartment building unless accompanied by an adult.