The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV), along with the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), is partnering this January with the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), the Florida Sheriffs Association (FSA), the Florida Police Chiefs Association (FPCA), and AAA—The Auto Club Group- to educate drivers about Florida's 'Move Over' law.

Move Over Safety Tips

Disabled Motorists:

• Be safe, be seen. If you are in a disabled vehicle, make sure that you not only pull over to the side of the road but also ensure that you can be seen by using your hazard lights, wearing a reflective vest, or, if you have them, placing reflective triangles (the reflective side facing oncoming traffic) or traffic cones behind your vehicle to make sure that oncoming drivers see you on the side of the road.
• Always use caution. Always use caution when exiting or working on your vehicle. Do not step into the road or oncoming traffic, and never enter the roadway to flag down vehicles for assistance.
• Never stop in the travel lanes. When possible, you should always exit the highway and park at a location where other drivers expect vehicles to be parked. If you are unable to stop in an optimal location, prioritize stopping on the right-hand shoulder as opposed to the left-hand shoulder. Avoid stopping at unsafe locations such as on a bridge.  
• Call your roadside assistance provider or a tow truck if necessary. Keep your seatbelt on! If you are involved in a crash, you can call *FHP (*347) on Florida's highways for additional assistance. You can also call 911 if it is an emergency. Never exit your to flag down other motorists for assistance. DO NOT WALK INTO THE ROADWAY!
• If it is unsafe to exit your vehicle, remain seated with your seatbelt on. If it is safe, make sure you exit your vehicle from the side facing opposite the roadway. Pay attention to vehicle traffic while making the necessary repairs and ensure you never enter the roadway while working on your vehicle.  

Drivers:

• Move over; it’s the law. If you cannot change lanes, you must slow down. The law specifies that if a driver can't move over — or when on a two-lane highway — slow to a speed that is 20 mph or less than the posted speed limit. Slow down to 5 mph when the posted speed limit is 20 mph or less.
• When you see an emergency or service vehicle with flashing lights, your immediate response should be safely moving over one lane. This creates a protective buffer for roadside workers.
• Before changing lanes, assess the traffic around you. Ensure that the lane change can be made safely without putting yourself or other drivers at risk.
• Look ahead for disabled vehicles or roadside personnel so you can slow down and approach cautiously.
• Reduced visibility at night makes it more difficult to see vehicles stop in time, especially during inclement weather. Extra caution and heightened awareness are essential.
• Stay focused on driving and remain alert. This is particularly important on highways, where vehicles are travel at higher speeds, and quick reactions are necessary.
• Avoid multitasking while driving. Refrain from texting and other phone-related distractions. Be prepared for sudden stops or slow traffic, especially near accident scenes or where vehicles are pulled over.
• Regularly check and maintain your vehicle’s headlights and windshield to ensure maximum visibility during nighttime driving.

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Source: FLHSMV