The Saline Valley Fire Protection District wants

The Saline Valley Fire Protection District wants
to make sure everyone has a ghoulishly good
time. Here are some things to do to ensure you
and your family’s safety.
You should always accompany your child
when Trick-or-Treating until at least 12 years
of age
Never use open flames in Jack-o-lanterns.
There are lights available that are safer and
pose no fire hazards
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Watch for children running out from between parked
vehicles
Enter and exit driveways slowly, children may be
leaving a house or be on the sidewalk
When it starts getting dark, pay close attention for
people in dark colors
Costumes that are light in color or reflective are best
for trick-or-treating. If your costume does not have
reflective parts, use a reflective tape or wear a reflective vest to appear more visible
When carving your pumpkin, there are kits
available that are much safer than knives. It
is always a good idea to let your child draw
out the pumpkins face and for your to carve
it yourself.
Avoid loose or baggy costumes which could get
snagged or catch fire near open flames
Handmade or unwrapped candy in this day
and age is an invitation for trouble. To avoid
uncomfortable situations on this festive holiday, only hand out candy or treats purchased
commercially
Try to wear face paint instead of masks, masks can
hinder your vision and be hard to breath in
Always plan out your child's Trick-or-Treat
route and set an early return time or check in
intervals
To show your are open for Trick-or-Treating,
always turn on porch or exterior lights, if you
sit on your driveway, keep a flashlight handy
and wear reflective clothing.
It is always best to avoid open flames and candles
when wearing your costume - Flame Retardant does
not mean Fire Proof!
Only use face paints that are non-toxic and approved
for skin contact
If using props, such as a sword of sickle, makes sure
there are flexible and that points are rounded off.
Sharp objects can cause injury in the event of a fall.
If serving from a punch bowl using dry ice, be sure
that no dry ice chips are served in anyone's cup, dry
ice chips can be harmful in ingested
Be mindful of candles or other open flame near costumes and drapes - Keep you pets away from these
items as well, a pets tail can knock candles or flammable items over, causing a fire
If you’re having a bon fire, contact one of our stations at least one hour prior to lighting it and we will
provide you with burn regulations - Burn Regulations are also available on the Prevention tab of our
website
Never go into anyone’s house. Always remain on the porch or sidewalk at all times
Never get into an automobile with a stranger
Never take shortcuts through back yards, alleys or parks - follow your pre-planned route so your parents know where you should be at all times
Always walk, do not run, especially when wearing your costume
The misuse or modification of Halloween and costume
props to use as weapons is a crime and will be treated. Our
District works closely with State and Local Law Enforcement Officials to ensure the safety of the general public and
its property. We will notify the police in the event of an
assault.
In the event your become the victim of vandalism or assault
from trick-or-treaters notify the Sheriff's Department or the
by calling 911. If the incident is fire or explosive related,
you may also contact any one of our stations.
Always look both ways before crossing the street
Use sidewalks whenever possible
Burns
Trick-or-treat in well lit areas
Travel with a buddy or in a group when trick-or-treating, there's always safety in numbers!
Have an adult inspect any Halloween candy before eating, throw away anything unwrapped or home
made
Take your cell phone with you or carry spare change in case you need to call home - 911 on pay
phones is free.
Always take a flash light with you or at a minimum glow-sticks to help be visible to traffic
If a stranger approaches you and asks you for help — such as with giving directions, finding lost money, or
searching for a runaway dog — don't help. Don't even give an answer. Right away, you should walk the other
way. If you're not near a safe spot, try any store or restaurant. If you feel you're in danger, yell for help.
If a stranger pulls up in a car and offers you a ride, don't get in. Avoid a stranger's car completely. If a stranger
asks you to look in the car, don't do it. Don't agree to look in the trunk or in the back of a truck or van. Don't put
your arm in the window to take something or point to something. Don't agree to come closer to see a pet or to
get a toy that's offered.
If a stranger offers you a toy, some candy, a stuffed animal, or anything else, don't ever take it. Even if it's
something you really want, if the offer is coming from a stranger, you should ignore the person and walk the
other way. Even if the stranger knows your name, don't be fooled. There are lots of ways to find out kids'
names, even when someone doesn't know them or their families.
Call 911 immediately!
For minor burns you may run cool water over the
area and keep it covered with clean dressings
Second and Third Degree burns require immediate
medical attention!
Never attempt remove clothing or dirt from these
types of burns yourself.
Keep the victim calm, never break blisters or cover
with dirty towels or dressings
Never stick a burned area in the freezer or immerse
in ice water
Impaled Objects and Eye Injuries
If an becomes impaled in any body part, secure the
object in place - NEVER REMOVE IT!
Call 911 Immediately
Should an eye injury occur, flush the eye with clean
water away from the unaffected eye.
Bandage BOTH eyes and have the victim remain
calm - Call 911 Immediately.