Costumes should be flame-retardant and fit properly. Avoid oversized shoes, high heels and long skirts or pants that could cause a child to fall. Carving a niche Small children should never carve pumpkins. Instead, have them draw a face with markers, then you can do the cutting. Under parents' supervision, children ages 5 to 10 may carve with pumpkin cutters equipped with safety bars.
Votive candles are safest for candlelit pumpkins.
Lighted pumpkins should be placed on a sturdy table, away from curtains and other flammable objects and should never be left unattended. Check all treats at home. Watch for signs of tampering, such as small pinholes in wrappers and torn or loose packages. If you have young children, get rid of choking hazards such as gum, peanuts, balloons, hard candies or small toys. Check outdoor lights and replace burned-out bulbs to make sure there's good visibility at your door and the approach to it.