Make sure your child understands that he/she isn't allowed to sample any treats until you inspect them at home.

Wait until children are home to sort and check treats.

Though tampering is rare, a responsible Adult should closely examine all treats and throw away any spoiled, unwrapped, ones with tiny pinholes in the covers, or look suspicious in any way.

Toss treats that aren't commercially wrapped, such as homemade cookies and fruit (unless you trust the giver).

Try to appropriate treats for the days following Halloween.

Although sharing is encouraged, make sure items that can cause choking (such as hard candies), are given only to those of an appropriate age.