Practice Halloween Road Safety
As an experienced Nashville automobile accident attorney I try to keep my readers and clients apprised of issues related to highway safety. As we enter the holiday season I’d like to take this opportunity to remind you that next week is Halloween and we should be especially careful next Saturday night. As parents we should exercise the same care that we employ in preparing our children’s costumes instructing our children on the dangers they will face on the streets. As we escort our children on their trick or treat visits keep them close and constantly remind them to practice safety.
The biggest threat to the children’s safety is from drunk drivers. It is Saturday night and it is a holiday. According to the Center For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) the Halloween period this year runs from October 29 – November 1 and the most dangerous time includes the period 4 P.M. to 10 P.M. The good news is that since the FARS system has been in place the death and injury toll since 1996 has seen a significant decrease. It is thought that the decrease is related to education through public service announcements reminding drivers and parents of the need to practice safety in combination with strict enforcement, including DUI roadblocks.
Take a few minutes to ensure children’s safety. The following are some safety tips from the CDC:
* Plan safe costumes. Make sure masks and costumes fit well so kids can see well and move around safely.
* Ensure safety on the street. Put reflective tape on treat bags and costumes. Have each child carry a flashlight so drivers can see them. Keep porches and walkways clear of candles and other obstacles.
* Use only established crosswalks.
* Keep in a group with trusted adult supervision
In my neighborhood the neighbors coordinated our effort to insure child safety by making sure that our cars, whether parked on the street or in the driveway have their emergency flashers on to remind drivers coming through the neighborhood to be cautious.
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