萬聖節 Halloween (十月三十一日)
萬聖節安全提示
萬聖節對孩子來說是一個充滿樂趣和扣人心弦的晚上。以下這些安全提示將會幫助父母、孩子和款待的屋主,令大家安全及愉快地渡過這個萬聖節。
父母:
- 不要使用面具。面具令孩子觀察周圍環境造成有困難,包括往來的車輛。嘗試使用低過敏原(較不易導致過敏反應的) 而無毒素的裝扮用品。
- 做或買淺顏色的服裝材料。在衣物前後安上反射性磁帶,好使司機能看見你的孩子。
- 準備合身的服裝,以防孩子失足絆倒。避免穿著過大的鞋子、高跟鞋、長的禮服或斗篷。
- 在兒童的服裝上寫上你的的名字、地址和電話號碼。
- 十歲以下的孩子應該由成人伴隨出外。有些十歲以上的或會自己跟一班朋友外出。
如果你的孩子不用成人伴隨而自己外出:
- 確保至少有二個人和你的孩子一起。
- 準備給孩子一個手提電筒。如果你有手提電話給他的話,這亦是一個好主意。
- 準備一張路線圖,概括畫出他們應該跟隨的路線。如果他們不依著路線行走,應隨時通知你他們的所在地。
- 規定不能太晚回家,確定他們知道時間。
- 告訴孩子在回家前不能吃任何收到的東西。
孩子及青少年:
- 攜帶一個白色袋子或枕頭套裝載你的糖果,或者在袋上加設一些反射性磁帶。
- 帶備手提電話,以防你需要打緊急電話。
- 務必在任何時侯至少有三人同行。
- 告訴你的父母你身在何處。
- 不要去沒有明燈的住戶。不要進入陌生人的房屋。
- 有可能的話,盡量在人行路上步行。如果沒有人行路,應在迎面交通的方向行走。
- 不要橫跨街道反覆行走。應當走完街道的一邊,然後才開始另一邊方向。
- 如果你有任何過敏的話,應告訴給你糖果的人。
- 在你回家之前,不要吃你的糖果。回家後,你的父母確定食物沒有問題,才好進食。
款待的屋主:
- 開放屋外燈光照明,並且更換竭電燈泡。
- 清除在你的前院和門廊可能會絆倒孩子的雜物。
- 清掃你的梯階和邊路的濕葉。
- 選擇使用電池操作的燭光。如果你使用一個用蠟燭的南瓜,確保有人看管。
- 切記有些孩子是有食物過敏的。除了款待糖果外,如貼紙或橡皮擦亦可作考慮。
Halloween safety tips for families
Halloween can be a fun and exciting time for kids. These safety tips for parents, children and homeowners will help keep everyone safe and happy this Halloween.
For parents:
If your child is going out without an adult:
For children and youth:
For trick-or-treating homeowners:
Source from Public Education Advisory Committee of CPS (Canadian Paediatric Society)
Halloween can be a fun and exciting time for kids. These safety tips for parents, children and homeowners will help keep everyone safe and happy this Halloween.
For parents:
- Do not use masks. Masks make it hard for children to see what’s around them, including cars. Try a hypoallergenic (less likely to cause an allergic reaction), non-toxic make-up kit instead.
- Make or buy costumes in light-colored material. Place strips of reflective tape on the back and front, so that drivers can better see your child.
- Costumes should fit properly to prevent trips and falls. Avoid items such as oversized shoes, high heels, long dresses or capes.
- Put your child’s name, address and phone number on his costume.
- Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult for trick or treating. By the age of 10, some children are ready to go trick-or-treating with a group of friends.
If your child is going out without an adult:
- Make sure your child is in a group of at least 3 people.
- Give them a flashlight. A cell phone is also a good idea if you have one.
- Draw a map outlining the route they should follow. Ask them to call you if they plan to go on a street that isn’t on the route.
- Set a curfew and make sure they know the time.
- Tell your children not to eat anything until they get home.
For children and youth:
- Carry a white bag or pillowcase for your candy, or add some reflective tape.
- Bring a cell phone, in case you need to make an emergency phone call.
- Always travel in groups. Be sure there are at least 3 of you at all times.
- Let your parents know where you’re going to be at all times.
- Don’t visit houses that are not well lit. Never go inside a stranger’s house.
- Walk on the sidewalk whenever possible. If there’s no sidewalk, walk on the side of the road facing traffic.
- Don’t walk back and forth across the street. Work your way up one side of the street, and then start on the other.
- If you have any allergies, tell the person who is giving out the treats.
- Don’t eat any of your treats before you get home. When home, ask your parents look through your treats with you to make sure everything is okay.
For trick-or-treating homeowners:
- Turn on outdoor lights, and replace burnt-out bulbs.
- Remove items from your yard or porch that might trip a child.
- Sweep wet leaves from your steps and sidewalk.
- Use alternative to candles in your pumpkins, such as a flashlight or a battery-operated candle. If you are using a candle, don’t leave the pumpkin unattended.
- Remember that some children have food allergies. Consider giving treats other than candy, such as stickers or erasers.
Source from Public Education Advisory Committee of CPS (Canadian Paediatric Society)