It is crucial for parents to make certain that the spooky fun is kept safe and secure, not just in the actual world but also in the world of the internet.
What is Halloween?
According to Wikipedia, many countries celebrate Halloween. It is also written as Hallowe’en. It is celebrated on October 31, the night before All Saints’ Day, which is a Western Christian holiday.
Other names for the holiday include Allhalloween, All Hallows’ Eve, and All Saints’ Eve.
It’s the start of Allhallowtide, the time of the liturgical year when people remember the dead, including saints (hallows), heroes, and all the faithful who have died.
Halloween and Crime Statistics
Scott Humphrey, a Travelers Risk Control representative, states, “On Halloween, there are 17% more crime-related claims.”
According to a professor at Northeastern University, violent crimes can surge by as much as 50% on Halloween, which is equivalent to twice the daily average.1
Thus it is necessary to be very conscious of this event to ensure the safety of your kids.
How To Ensure The Safety Of Your Kids On Halloween?
Kids’ excitement sometimes gets out of hand and they don’t care for their safety. But parents need to keep some points in mind to ensure their kids’ safety.
Dressing of Kids
- Pick an outfit that will stand out against the night sky. Embellish the outfit and trick-or-treat bag with reflective or glow-in-the-dark tape.
- The only safe option is to purchase flame-resistant outfits. As a result, the material poses no fire risk. Use flame-resistant nylon or polyester if you’re making your own costume.
- Keep your children’s eyes, noses, and mouths visible as they dress up for Halloween.
- Children can have trouble seeing and breathing under a mask. Use cosmetics or facial paint that won’t harm your skin instead.
- Never put in colored or otherwise non-medicated contact lenses unless advised to do so by an eye care professional.
- Attach a name tag to your kids’ costumes and provide your contact information.
- It’s best to walk around without cumbersome, high-heeled shoes. Verify the correct fit of the rest of the costume.
- Your children should only use short, flexible props like wands and swords.
Tricks and Treats Basics
- Never let under 12 kids go alone. Make sure they should go with an adult.
- But if your teens are going, make sure they go with their cell phones on.
- Make sure to instruct them to go in groups, don’t get into any stranger’s car.
Safety using Technology
Safety of your kids has become much easier with technology. Here are a few things you can do to make sure your kids’ are safe on Halloween.
Track Location
You should track the location of your kids to keep a check on where they are going.
Remotely Control the Device
Remotely use their mic and camera to make sure their surroundings are safe. Third party parental control apps like PegSpyy allows you to remotely use the camera of your kids’ phone. PegSpy allows you to check;
Wifi logs
Call history
Social media activity
Texts Message
Conclusion
Halloween is fun until your kids are safe. That is why it is essential to keep a check on your kids and their whereabouts. So this Halloween, celebrate with safety.
