CAA is making sure the aspect of safety isn’t lost in the excitement of Halloween this Friday.

Communications Manager Angel Blair says both trick-or-treaters and motorists have responsibilities to ensure everyone gets home safely Friday night.

She says kids should wear bright, visible costumes, bundle up with some layers, travel in groups and stay alert while crossing streets or driveways.

Meanwhile, drivers are reminded to put distractions away, slow down, and stay alert.

“You have a lot of excited kids out on the roadways, and we want drivers to be safe. If you can, on Halloween night, avoid peak trick-or-treating hours. That’s 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.”

Although it’s tempting, Blair advises children to wait until their home to start eating their candy, as it could be both a distraction and a health risk, as some treats contain unsafe substances or materials.

“Lots of times we don’t know what people are handing out, and it’s just safer if your kids check out their candy with you, as a parent or a guardian.”

CAA has a Monsters and Motorists Manual that is available for download on their website.