WARSAW — Kosciusko County Sheriff’s Office recently published some advice on Halloween safety.

The sheriff’s office urges parents to keep Halloween safe by preparing themselves and their children for a safe night out, beginning with these basic safety tips:

• A responsible adult should always accompany children ages 12 and under when trick-or-treating.
• Ensure costumes fit well, are flame retardant and never obscure visibility.
• Have trick-or-treaters wear reflective clothing and/or carry a light or glow stick.
• Children over the age of 12 who are responsible to go without an adult, should stay in groups, follow an agreed-upon route and watch for cars.
• Check the sheriff’s office website, or other local law enforcement agencies, for registered sex offenders in the area.
• Teach children to never enter any home with an adult or an adult’s permission. Only approach homes that are well lit.
• Remind children to say in well-lit areas, never take shortcuts and never go into isolated areas.
• Let children know to tell a trusted adult if they see anything weird or unusual.
• Teach children to bring treats home before eating them. Eat only factory-wrapped treats unless a trusted adult knows the giver.
• Teach children to say “No” or “Get Away” from any person or situation making them feel scared, uncomfortable, or confused; even if it means yelling, kicking, attracting attention or any other means of resisting. Trust their feelings and be sure to tell a trusted adult, said the news release.
• Finally, consider safe alternatives such as parties at home, schools or community-organized events.