A rigid flag would not achieve this. Some feel that mounting angle plays a role in displaying as much of the flag as possible. However, to dictate mounting angle to operators who must mount flags on a wide variety and nearly infinite combination of machines and equipment could become unneccessarily burdensome. Imposing such precise requirements could endanger the confidence and goodwill that has been achieved in the farming community with regards to the regulation as a whole. This discussion of intent versus interpretation can be clarified by following a few guidelines when mounting flags.
Operators can think of mounting flags in terms of optimizing their purpose.
Flags should be supported by a stiffener or held tight along one edge, so that the flag can wave freely, and not hang down limply, or become wrapped up in itself. On some equipment, mounting flags horizontally can make the machine even wider than it already is. Mounting flags vertically or at an angle is acceptable. There has also been disussion surrounding the effectiveness of flags verus flashing amber warning lamps during daytime travel. Some feel that flags, when their use is optimized, are more effective in warning motorists than flashing amber warning lamps, especially on bright sunny days.