Does Checkersrallys need to provide prior notice before inspecting a Franchised Restaurant?
Checkersrallys Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
12. INSPECTIONS OF THE FRANCHISED RESTAURANT.
12.01 Inspections.We and our designated agents have the right at any reasonable time and without prior notice to: (a) inspect the Franchised Restaurant; (b) observe, photograph, audio-tape and/or video tape the operations of the Franchised Restaurant; (c) remove samples of any food and beverage products, materials or supplies for testing and analysis; and (d) interview personnel and customers of the Franchised Restaurant. You agree to cooperate fully with such activities. You acknowledge that any evaluation or inspection that we or our designated agents or representatives conduct is conducted in order to protect our interests in the System and the Marks and is not intended to exercise, and does not constitute, in whole or in part, control over the day-to-day operation of the Franchised Restaurant and you agree to never contend otherwise.
Source: Item 22 — CONTRACTS (FDD pages 91–92)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Checkersrallys's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, Checkersrallys does not need to provide prior notice before inspecting a franchised restaurant. The document states that Checkersrallys and its designated agents have the right to inspect the restaurant at any reasonable time without prior notice.
This means that as a Checkersrallys franchisee, you should expect unannounced visits from the franchisor or their representatives. These inspections can include observing operations, taking photographs or videos, removing samples for testing, and interviewing staff and customers.
The FDD clarifies that these evaluations and inspections are conducted to protect Checkersrallys's interests in the system and the brand's image, and do not constitute control over the day-to-day operations of the restaurant. Franchisees must cooperate fully with these inspection activities.