Pumpkin Carving Safety Tips
With just a week left till Halloween, it is finally time; pumpkin carving time! Kids, teens and even adults wait all year to carve their frightening Jack-O-Lanterns for Halloween night!
Carving pumpkins is a great way to spend time with the whole family, but it can quickly become dangerous and turn Halloween fun into an unwanted nightmare. Pumpkins are tough but can become very slippery when handling them. This is why it is important to use extra precautions when carving pumpkins.
Follow some of these helpful safety tips when you’re carving your pumpkin this year:
Use the right tools: Consumer Reports tested pumpkin-carving kits a few years ago and observed that one advantage of the specialty tools is that they can saw through rinds, poke holes, and scoop out innards without being razor-sharp. Instead of using a household knife and spoon, purchase one of these kits from your local store.
Carve before taking off the top of the pumpkin: Carving the pumpkin before cutting the top off will help you avoid accidentally sticking your hand in the pumpkin while cutting inwards.
Take precautions: Carve in a clean, dry, and well-lit area.
Take your time: Remember, this is a fun activity and fun shouldn’t be rushed!
Don’t let kids carve: It is important to not let young children carve by themselves. Instead, have children draw markings on the pumpkin and help clean the innards out with a spoon or their hands.
Pumpkin carving is fun for everyone. Make sure you are administering safety this year while you share these activities with the ones you love.
At C.H. Edwards, Inc., we take pride in offering you helpful safety information, so that you can make the most of the time you spend with your family.
The Management and Staff at C.H. Edwards, Inc. wish you a Happy and Safe Halloween!
