Halloween
Trick-or-Treating
Food Safety Tips
Halloween is a time of fun for kids. Follow these simple food safety tips to ensure it is also a safe time:
- Children shouldn’t snack while trick-or-treating, as parents should first inspect the treats. To help prevent children from munching, give them a light meal before they depart.
- Children should not consume any treats that are not commercially wrapped, such as homemade candy or baked goods.
- Inspect commercially wrapped treats for signs of tampering, such as an unusual appearance or discolouration, tiny pinholes, or tears in wrappers.
- Some Halloween treats may trigger allergic reactions. Read the complete label and ingredient list of products before interpreting it is safe for all to eat.
- Remember, when in doubt, throw it out!
