Halloween Safety
Costumes:
- Should be flame-resistant fabric.
- Should be light, bright and clearly visible to motorists.
- Should be well fitted.
- Make sure masks fit securely, has adequate ventilation with large eye hole.
Decorations:
- Keep candles & Jack-o-lanterns away from flammable items.
- Keep pathways clear for trick or treaters.
- Keep home inside and out well lighted
Pedestrians:
- Children should walk with an adult.
- Children should be cautious about walking thru lawns and between parked cars.
- Children should carry flashlights.
- Add reflective tape to their costumes.
Winter Holiday Safety
Decorations:
- Look for a fresh tree if you choose to buy a natural tree and keep it in a container full of water. (A safer option would be to buy a fire-resistant artificial tree.)
- Remember your children when you decorate. Do not put ornaments or lights on lower branches where small children can reach them.
- Check all lights to make sure there are no loose sockets, frayed wires or loose connections. Turn off tree lights when unattended.
- Keep hard food, candies, nuts, and popcorn out of reach of children.
Shopping:
More than half of the approximately 3.8 billion toys sold each year in the United States are sold during the holiday season. Keep these recommendations in mind.
- Follow age recommendations listed on toy packages.
- Avoid toys with strings, straps or cords longer than seven inches.
- Avoid toys with small removable parts. These are a choking hazard for children under three.
Outdoors:
- While sledding, use sturdy and safely constructed equipment (avoid makeshift sleds). Never put two or more children on a single sled, and consider having your children wear helmets.
- Dress in several thin layers to avoid hypothermia and frostbite.
- When skiing or snowboarding, wear a helmet, eye protection, and sunblock.
At Home:
- Have your furnace inspected each year to ensure it is working properly.
- Install smoke and CO2 detectors on each level of your home.
- Keep emergency numbers updated and posted.
Fireworks Safety
- Only adults should light fireworks
- Buy only the amount of fireworks you plan to use.
- Keep a water bucket, water hose or fire extinguisher nearby.
- Use eye protection.
- Never point or throw fireworks at other people, cars, or homes.
- Light one at a time and away from flammable materials and other people.
- Do not try to relight non-working fireworks.
- Keep pets indoors in a safe place leaving TV or radio on for distraction. In case they escape, make sure pets are wearing a tag. Consult a veterinarian for more information.
Contact Us
Alyssa Mitchell – Health Educator, Summit County Health Department
650 Round Valley Drive, Park City, UT 84060
Phone: 435-333-1508
amitchell@summitcounty.org
Links of Interest
American Academy of Pediatrics Holiday Safety Tips
National Safety Council Holiday Season Safety