Halloween safety tips

The Conejo Valley YMCA offers these tips to trick-or-treaters for a safer Halloween.

+Wear light-colored costumes with labels indicating "flame retardant."

+Wear shorter costumes to prevent tripping.

+Add reflective tape or striping to costumes for visibility.

+Use face makeup. Do not wear hoods or masks that obscure the face and vision.

+Adult should take younger children door-to-door in daylight hours.

+Carry a working flashlight.

+Trick-or-treat within the neighborhood and only to homes of friends or acquaintances.

+Children should never enter the homes of strangers or accept rides from strangers.

+Be alert to auto traffic and crossing streets safely according to rules.

+Have parents or other adults inspect treats before eating.

+Check the home lawn and steps for tripping hazards.

+Families can have fun on Halloween together and enjoy the quality time.