Can the 'Code of Conduct' for a Bumper Man franchise be amended by the Franchisor from time to time?
Bumper_Man Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
(c) Code of Conduct. Franchisee and its Principals will at all times during the Term comply with the Code of Conduct, including taking any drug tests requested by Franchisor from time to time (if applicable law permits Franchisor to request that Franchisee or its Principals take such drug tests.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 45–180)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Bumper Man's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees and their principals must comply with the Code of Conduct throughout the term of the agreement. The document does not explicitly state whether the Code of Conduct can be amended by Bumper Man from time to time. However, the FDD states that Bumper Man may periodically update and amend the Manual and will notify Franchisee in writing of any such updates or amendments, which will thereupon become a part of the Manual. Franchisee must comply with all written updates and amendments to the Manual.
While the FDD does not directly address amendments to the Code of Conduct, it does state that Bumper Man may from time to time require franchisees to engage in upgrading, renovation, repairs and maintenance of the Bumper Business vehicle and tools in accordance with Bumper Man's then-current Standards.
Because the excerpts do not explicitly state whether the Code of Conduct can be amended, it would be prudent for a prospective franchisee to seek clarification from Bumper Man regarding the process for modifying the Code of Conduct and how franchisees will be informed of any changes.