Pumpkins and peril: preparing for a fun and safe Halloween

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Pumpkins and peril: preparing for a fun and safe Halloween -

With Halloween just around the corner, we offer the Ray Villafane gallery pumpkins for inspiration. Ray could be the Pumpkin Master - if its pumpkin carving tips videos can be instructive. Or you can see it in action -. He has been featured on CBS News

For more sculpture of inspiration pumpkins and advice, we indicate Extreme Pumpkin, which has some terrible and suitably terrifying examples / horrible bizarre pumpkins (... but your insurance advisors, we advise you to take great care with all of the power tool and pyrotechnic options.) of the Pumpkin Gutter galleries are equally impressive, offering a combination of Art, humor and horror. And if you're of a mind to do it yourself, visit Pumpkin Carving 101, which had a lot of useful information how-to information.
To reduce the risk of fire, we recommend glow sticks or flickering LED lights batteries to illuminate your pumpkin. (For more Halloween special effects, check flame lights powered by battery)

Have fun, stay safe
It is important to have fun on this great party. - But it is also important to be safe. While we focus on zombies and monsters, it is important not to forget the more traditional risks to people and property. Courtesy of Independent Agents & Brokers of America, we offer the following safety tips:

  • preventing accidents: Remove or move the garden furniture or other obstacles, for avoid accidents or damage. Ensure the entrance to your home is in good condition, free of loose or broken pieces on stairwells and walkways to avoid trick-or-treaters injuries on your property
  • Fire Hazards :. Prevent fires by making sure pumpkins containing candles are placed at a distance where the costume of a child can not be turned on or a curious guest can tip. Extinguish all candles before going to bed and the lights use battery operated whenever possible
  • Security Costume :. Be careful with the costumes. All costumes must be made of fireproof materials and should not be too long or contain sharp accessories. Try to avoid masks that may obscure vision and try to use hypoallergenic makeup instead
  • See and be seen :. Encourage each trick-or-treater and chaperones for a flashlight. . Apply the light-reflecting material to costumes
  • Do not be a scary driver: Drive sober, slowly and even more attention than usual on Halloween. Watch for children who may be running or dressed in dark suits on the road
  • Power in Numbers :. When walking, travel in groups and only through corners and crosswalks, never between parked cars and stay on well-lit streets
  • unwelcome guests :. startle potential vandals property that often use the chaos of the night strike Halloween keeping outdoor lights on
  • Security Pet :. Keep pets inside. Warn your children to stay away from animals as they go door-to-door. Halloween night can be stressful, even the friendliest dog or cat or other creatures
  • Candy Inspection :. Cavities are not the only risks candy on Halloween. Inspect treats all children. Never eat unpackaged items, collect candy only from those you know and ask the local police department if it offers a sweet x-ray and / or inspection service. Throw away any suspicious candy.
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