Halloween safety not a scary subject Published Oct. 31, 2007 By Airman 1st Class Jamie Neppl 82nd Training Wing Safety Office SHEPPARD AIR FORCE BASE, Texas -- The one night where we can dress up and get free candy is almost here - Halloween! Each year, thousands of mishaps occur on this spooky night. There are a few simple cautious steps parents and children can take to help prevent these mishaps: H: Have grown-ups inspect treats before eating, and don't eat candy if the package is already opened. A: Adult or an older responsible youth will supervise children. L: Look both ways before crossing the street. Cross at street corners, not between parked cars. L: Light your way with a flashlight and have reflective material on your clothes. O: Only visit houses where the lights are on. W: Walk from house to house, do not run. Do not cross yards and lawns where unseen objects, or uneven terrain, can present tripping hazards. E: Enter and exit driveways and alleys carefully. E: Entire routes should be planned out carefully and shared with the whole family. N: Never go into a stranger's house; only accept your treats at the door. Dressing up your little pumpkin for a successful night out could be one step closer to making this Halloween a safe one. Sheppard trick-or-treating begins at 6 p.m. in all base housing areas and ends at 8 p.m. Pumpkin Patrol volunteers are needed to ensure all of Sheppard's little ghosts and goblins have a safe and fun Halloween. To volunteer, call the 82nd Security Forces Squadron at 676-5156.