Title: Explain safe highway operation of agricultural machinery.
Course: Introduction to Power, Structural, and Technical Systems (18401) > Section: Understanding Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Safety and Operation

Explanation should include

- highway rules and regulations, according to NASD and the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT)
- universal hand signals
- precautions when entering traffic
- lighting and warning systems
- stopping distance
- equipment stability at highway speeds
- travel time difference between automobiles and agricultural machinery and/or equipment
- traffic signs.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is an SMV sign, and what does it mean?
- Why are the brake pedals locked together when operating farm machinery on the highway?
- What are the differences between traffic laws for automobiles and agricultural equipment?
- What are the requirements for a person who is going to operate farm machinery on public roads and highways?
- Why is it important to ensure all caution lighting systems are operational prior to highway use?