Loads such as seed, fertilizer, equipment and hay bales are subject to vibration, swaying, centrifugal force, inertia, wind and other forces during transit. USDA photo
Farm equipment roadway crashes most often occur with tractors, planters, combines and other large machinery. Farm trucks and trailers, given their size, weight and speed, are also at risk. Safety experts advise ensuring trucks and trailers are in good operating condition, clearly marked with required lighting and loaded securely.“In the rush of a spring planting season and the summer g...
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