Public brochures
Page contents: Are you thinking of using a pest control service? Making the right choice | Commercial pesticides - Safety in the home | Household pesticides
The Pest Control Program of the Department of Human Services has produced three public information brochures, available for download below.
Hard copies can be obtained by contacting the Pest Control Program on 1300 887 090.
Pest control operators are encouraged to provide copies of these publications to their clients to promote discussion about treatment options and safety precautions.
Are you thinking of using a pest control service? Making the right choice
It is an offence to use pesticides for commercial gain in Victoria unless a person holds a Victorian Licence to Use Pesticides. This brochure is designed to assist the community when selecting pest control services. It provides an example of what a Licence to Use Pesticides looks like, and includes checklists and contacts for further details.
Are you thinking of using a pest control service? Making the right choice (PDF File - 275.2 kb)Commercial pesticides - Safety in the home
Pesticides are substances used to manage pests. They are toxic and if used carelessly they may damage the health of the person applying the pesticide, the health of other people in the community and the environment. This brochure is designed to better inform Victorians of the risks involved and the safety precautions that can be taken to minimise exposure to these substances when using a commercial pest control service. Commercial pesticides - Safety in the home (PDF File - 295.2 kb)Household pesticides
Despite being readily available household pesticides may be toxic and should be used with care. This brochure provides information regarding the application of household pesticides, their storage and disposal, and interpretation of pesticide labels. It also describes non-chemical methods of preventing pests from becoming a problem and emphasises the importance of correct pest identification. Household pesticides (PDF File - 211.0 kb)