Driving on the shoulder half on the road and half off is dangerous since it encourages people to pass in possibly unsafe or dangerous situations. Lifting Bales onto a Truck or Wagon Sudden movements by the truck or tractor can throw workers off balance. Workers can fall off the platform and be run over by the machine, or they can lose control of the hay bale causing it to fall off the platform and strike a worker. Remove stumps, stones, or other debris from the field, or clearly mark them to prevent upsets, turnovers, and damage to equipment. Also mark ditches and banks.
Some banks are undercut.
You need to be aware that what appears to be the edge may not be solid, but that there may be an open space below it. Slow down when working on hillsides. Space tractor and equipment wheels as far apart as possible when operating on slopes. Keep equipment well maintained and in good repair. Keep all shields in place, especially the PTO shield.