R 408.12260 Operation.

Rule 2260. (1) An operator shall do the following: (a) Operate a tractor according to the rules of this part and in accordance with local traffic rules when on a public road. (b) Look in the direction of and keep a clear view of the direction of travel. (c) Travel with the load-engaging means elevated only sufficiently to clear obstacles on floor or roadway. (d) Start, stop, and turn in a manner that will prevent a load from shifting or overturning the tractor. (e) Drive at a slow speed over wet or slippery surfaces. (2) Stunt driving and horseplay shall not be permitted. (3) Before starting a tractor equipped with a power take-off shaft that is attached to equipment, the power take-off shall be disengaged when an unexpected start-up of the attachment could be hazardous. (4) The operator shall disengage power to any power take-off attachment when it is not in use. (5) The operator of a tractor shall transport a load in a bucket or front-end loader with the attachment in the lowest possible position.