This guide provides suggestions on pest control and safety rules for pesticide use at home. Pest prevention may be possible by modification of pest habitat: removal of food and water sources, removal or destruction of pest shelter and breeding sites, and good horticultural practices that reduce plant stress. Nonchemical alternatives to pesticides involve biological treatments by natural predators, parasites, or pathogens, or mechanical treatments such as trapping or removal by hand. Nonchemical pest controls require time and energy, but pose no health hazards and do not create pesticide resistant pest populations. Chemical controls are available in many forms. Chemicals are easy and quick to use, but require careful use and generally achieve only temporary results. A careful reading of the pesticide label is essential for selection and use of the proper product. The guide includes: (1) instructions for determining correct dosage; (2) tips for pesticide application, storage, and disposal; (3) advice on choosing a pest control company; (4) suggestions for reducing personal exposure to pesticides via food, water, air, and home usage; (5) information on toxicity factors, signs of poisoning, and first aid; (6) a description of the National Pesticide Telecommunications Network; and (7) addresses of regional Environmental Protection Agency offices and state pesticide agencies. A bilingual (English/Spanish) leaflet on pesticide hazards and safety tips comes with the document. (SV)