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# **🛑 Weekly Safety Tip: Proper Following Distance & Avoiding Rear-End Collisions 🚛**## **Why It’s Important:** Rear-end collisions are one of the most common and preventable accidents in trucking. Keeping a **safe following distance** helps avoid sudden braking situations and gives you enough reaction time to prevent accidents.---## **🚦 5 Key Safety Tips:**### **1️⃣ Follow the "6-Second Rule"** 👉 Maintain at least **6 seconds** of following distance in normal conditions. 👉 In **rain, fog, snow, or heavy traffic**, increase to **8+ seconds**. 👉 Count seconds by picking a stationary object—if you pass it before **6 seconds**, slow down. ### **2️⃣ Watch for Brake Lights & Traffic Flow** 👉 Scan **3-4 vehicles ahead**, not just the one in front of you. 👉 Be prepared to slow down early when traffic starts to build up. ### **3️⃣ Use Cruise Control Wisely** 🚫 **DO NOT** use cruise control in **rain, snow, ice, or heavy traffic.** 👉 Keep your foot near the brake for quick reaction in unpredictable conditions. ### **4️⃣ Avoid “Cut-Off” Situations** 🚗 If a vehicle merges too close in front of you: 👉 **Ease off the throttle** to regain a safe following distance instead of braking hard. ### **5️⃣ Stay Alert & Scan the Road** 👁 Look **15+ seconds ahead** to anticipate slowdowns. 🚧 Keep an eye on your **mirrors** and stay prepared for sudden stops. ---## **⚠️ REMEMBER: FedEx and law enforcement monitor speed & following distance!** 🔹 Avoid tailgating at all times. 🔹 Arriving **safely** is more important than arriving **early**. 🚛 **Drive smart, stay alert, and keep it safe out there!** 🚛 --- ... See MoreSee Less