What does Best Brains strongly recommend regarding background checks on employees?
Best_Brains Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Some jurisdictions require, and we strongly recommend that you conduct background checks on any employee that will be in contact with children during the operation of the franchised business. You must comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act when conducting background checks. We urge you to consult with a local attorney about state and local laws and regulations as these vary by locality.
Source: Item 1 — THE FRANCHISOR AND ANY PARENTS, PREDECESSORS, AND AFFILIATES (FDD pages 8–9)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Best Brains's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Best Brains strongly recommends that franchisees conduct background checks on any employee that will be in contact with children during the operation of the franchised business. The FDD also notes that some jurisdictions require these background checks.
Best Brains franchisees must comply with the Fair Credit Reporting Act when conducting background checks. The Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) is a federal law that regulates the collection, dissemination, and use of consumer information, including credit information. It aims to protect the privacy of consumer information and ensure its accuracy.
Best Brains urges prospective franchisees to consult with a local attorney about state and local laws and regulations, as these vary by locality. This is especially important since certain states may consider the Best Brains business to be a "school" or "after-school program" and may be subject to state or local licensing, permit, and ordinance laws applicable to schools.