A colton-pest management program covering 40,000 acres in 1700 fields was initiated in 2 locations in Georgia in 1972. A major component of the program was use of cotton-insect “scouts” who made weekly surveys of each field to determine population levels (for beneficial and pest species) and existing damage.OP insecticides are relied upon heavily for cottoninsect control in Georgia. Insect resistance to chlorinated hydrocarbons has resulted in greater usage of OP insecticides. However, because of their relatively greater toxicity and because they are readily absorbed through the skin, it is not surprising that most deaths from pesticides have resulted from use of OP chemicals (Davies et al. 1967). A more widespread use on cotton is inevitable with the ban of DDT. Because of the significant role played by organophosphates in acute intoxications and the enthusiasm for them in pest-management programs, the Georgia Cooperative Extension Service monitored the health of the program personnel throughout the summer.