Halloween Costume Safety Tips
Saturday, October 26, 2013 @ 3:50 AM
Prince George, B.C. – This will be a busy day for costume sellers as the final push is on to make sure kids have the perfect outfit for Halloween.
Health Canada has issued some tips to keep in mind when choosing the right outfit no matter what the “theme”. The tips are pretty much common sense, but worth passing along:
- Choose costumes, beards and wigs labelled "flame-resistant". Nylon or heavyweight polyester costumes are best. "Flame-resistant" does not mean "fire proof".
- Avoid costumes with baggy sleeves or flowing skirts to minimize the risk of contact with candles and other fire sources. Make sure that costumes are loose enough to be worn over warm clothing, but not so baggy or long that children can trip over their costumes.
- Make sure that children do not use items that could wrap around their neck, such as scarves, boas, strings and cords.
- Choose brightly coloured costumes that will be clearly visible to motorists. For greater visibility, incorporate reflective tape into the costume.
- Consider using make-up and face paint. Masks can restrict breathing and/or vision. If you do choose a mask, make sure that your child can see and breathe easily.
- Before using face paint or make-up, do a patch test to see if your child is sensitive or allergic to something in the cosmetic. Even products labelled as "hypoallergenic" can still cause allergic reactions.
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