Who is responsible for the safety and security of the Baya Bar franchised business location?
Baya_Bar Franchise · 2024 FDDAnswer from 2024 FDD Document
- 12.4 Safety and Security of Premises.
Franchisee is solely responsible for the safety and security of the Franchised Business location for Franchisee, Franchisee's personnel, customers, agents and the general public.
Any suggestions by Franchisor on such matters are for guidance only and not binding on Franchisee.
All matters of safety and security are within Franchisee's discretion and control, and Franchisee's indemnification obligations set forth in Section 15.6 hereof shall apply to any claims made against Franchisor regarding safety or security.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD page 56)
What This Means (2024 FDD)
According to Baya Bar's 2024 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is solely responsible for the safety and security of the franchised business location. This responsibility extends to the franchisee, their personnel, customers, agents, and the general public.
Any suggestions made by Baya Bar regarding safety and security are for guidance only and are not binding on the franchisee. The franchisee has full discretion and control over all safety and security matters at their location.
Furthermore, the franchisee's indemnification obligations, as detailed in Section 15.6 of the franchise agreement, apply to any claims made against Baya Bar concerning safety or security at the franchised location. This means the franchisee is responsible for protecting Baya Bar from any liabilities related to safety and security issues at the franchise.