Police want you to have a Spooktacular Halloween

Coquitlam

2022-10-27 15:20 PDT

File # PSA

Halloween is a busy time for kids of all ages. In preparation of Halloween, Coquitlam RCMP wants the public to plan for a fun and safe time by using these safety tips:

Planning your safe and scary look:

• Ensure your costume is visible in the dark. You can add reflective tape or arm bands to increase visibility. Use flashlights and glow sticks; they are great accessories for any costume and can keep kids visible to motorists.
• If your costume involves a mask, test it our prior to Halloween to ensure that you can see properly. If possible, use face paint instead.
• Ensure your costume is made of flame-retardant material.
• Make sure your costume fits well to avoid falls or stumbles.

Be street smart:

• Plan your route for trick-or-treating and be aware of any hazards; such as poorly-lit areas.
• If your children are trick-or-treating without an adult, ensure that they go with a buddy and discuss the route ahead of time to avoid getting lost.
• Ensure that everyone knows where they can access help if required: police station, fire station or any other well-known public place.
• Stay on the sidewalks. If there is no sidewalk, walk on the left-hand side of the street facing traffic.
• Remember to cross at a designated crossing.
• Never enter a house. Only accept treats at the front door.

Motorists stay safe and drive with care:

• Avoid driving in residential neighbourhoods if possible.
• Slow down and be extra cautious. Expect that trick-or-treaters may forget to look both ways before rushing across the street or a driveway in their search for treats.
• Watch for people using crosswalks.
• Do not drive impaired.
• Ensure that your costume does not interfere with the safe operation of the motor vehicle. Costumes should not restrict movement, impede vision or prevent anyone in the vehicle from buckling up.
• Ensure that your vehicle lights are one as soon as dusk hits.

Together we can ensure that this Halloween is happy, safe and fun.

For more tips visit the BC RCMP website.

Released by

Cpl. Alexa Hodgins

Email: coquitlam_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: coquitlam.rcmp-grc.gc.ca (English only)

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