Ever been late to an appointment, only to be stopped by a train?
You're dealing with more than extra frustration this time of year when you meet a combine or grain wagon on Iowa roads. You're dealing with your safety.
Last year, nearly 100 Iowans were hurt and 15 were killed in accidents involving farm vehicles. A recent study at Iowa State University shows that one-fourth of all farm-related accidents involve motorists other than the farmer.
Many farm-related accidents are rear-end collisions, some are head-on collisions on gravel roads. Others happen when the tractor operator is making a left turn.
If you're following a tractor or combine this month, watch the driver's hand and turn signals carefully. And use a little patience. You'll both be glad you did.
This radio public service announcement was distributed by Iowa State University Extension as part of the Safe Farm program. Safe Farm promotes health and safety in agriculture. It is funded by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Iowa State University, and a network of groups that serve Iowa farm workers and their families. Distribution date: October 1992
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