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Following Distance: Stay Safe

About the Training

A quick, focused reinforcement of the three-second rule and why it matters. This training shows drivers how to measure safe following distance, why tailgating is so dangerous in a heavy vehicle, and how proper spacing prevents rear-end collisions.

What You'll Learn

  • Apply the three-second rule to measure following distance
  • Explain how proper spacing prevents rear-end collisions
  • Recognize the dangers of tailgating in a commercial vehicle
  • Adjust following distance as speed and conditions change

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