FARMING EQUIPMENT
One of the most dangerous occupations or industries is farming. There are no federal regulations governing the exterior mirrors on farm equipment. Manufacturers include exterior mirrors on both sides where there is an enclosed cab and an illustration of what view these mirrors provide can be shown by a typical tractor with viewing area and blind areas illustrated:
Interior mirrors are also provided and the typical view for the operator is shown by the next 2 photos:
The combine is a vehicle where the mirrors are located many times 10 feet from the ground level. This leaves an extensive blind area along the side of the unit as shown by the attached photo with viewing area and blind areas illustrated
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