National Education Center for Agricultural Safety (NECAS)
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Harvest
season means an increase in farm machinery traffic on rural
highways. As farmers and ranchers rush to meet harvest deadlines,
vehicles and farm machinery can create a lethal mix on the
road. The National Safety Council urges you to follow these
driving guidelines:
If your
farm equipment operates at less than 25 miles per hour, be
sure to get a slow-moving vehicle emblem that is clearly visible
from the rear.
Also,
use flashing hazard lights to warn other vehicles about wide
loads and frequent turns.
Remember,
road safety can prevent your harvest drive from becoming a
one way trip.
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NASD Review: 04/2002
This
document is a Sample News Release produced by the National Safety
Council, Public Relations Department, 1121 Spring Lake Drive,
Itasca, IL 60143-3201, (708)775-2307.
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