When dressing your little ones (or yourself), keep these safety tips in mind:

• Always wear costumes that are labeled flame resistant.
• Wear bright, reflective costumes or add strips of reflective tape to improve visibility.
• Do not wear decorative (colored) contact lenses unless you have seen an eyecare professional.
• Wear makeup and hats rather than costume masks that can obscure or obstruct your vision.
• Test the makeup you plan to use in advance for a possible allergy.

In addition, inspect any plug-in decorations for signs of wear and tear (fraying or bare wires or broken plugs) and replace them if damaged.

For more tips, visit SafeElectricity.org