Course details
Avoiding Rear-End Collisions - Light Vehicles
Course Overview
Rear-end collisions can be very serious since the vehicle that is struck from behind is usually stopped or moving very slowly while the other vehicle is in motion. The potential for catastrophe is amplified when the vehicle in motion is a van or truck and the vehicle that is struck is a smaller vehicle such as an automobile. This course focuses on the common causes of rear-end collisions and what drivers of light commercial vehicles can do to reduce their risk of being involved in such a collision.
By the end of this course, you will be able to identify:
- Six major factors that contribute to rear-end collisions
- How to avoid colliding with a vehicle
- How to reduce the risk of another vehicle colliding from the rear
Topics Covered
- Lack of Concentration
- Following Distance
- Running Late or Being in a Hurry
- Intersections & Caution Lights
- Construction Zones
- Fatigue
This course takes approximately 30 minutes to complete
A passing grade of 80% or higher required. Up to 3 attempts are provided.
A certificate will be provided upon the successful completion of this course
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