How many hours of on-the-job training does Craters & Freighters provide for System Standards?
Craters_Freighters Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
| Hours of Classroom | Hours of On-The-Job | ||
| Subject | Training* | Training | Location |
| Crating & Packaging | 10 | 32 | Golden, Colorado, and/or one (1) or more franchised locations in Colorado. |
| Transportation | 4 | 2 | Golden, Colorado, and/or one (1) or more franchised locations in Colorado. |
| Business Management Review | 6 | 3 | Golden, Colorado, and/or one (1) or more franchised locations in Colorado. |
| Cargo Insurance | 4 | 1 | Golden, CO |
| Marketing | 2 | 0 | Golden, CO |
| Pricing | 4 | 2 | Golden, Colorado, and/or one (1) or more franchised locations in Colorado. |
| Pickup & Delivery | 2 | 1 | Golden, Colorado, and/or one (1) or more franchised locations in Colorado. |
| System Standards | 2 | 2 | Golden, Colorado, and/or one (1) or more franchised locations in Colorado. |
| Operating System | 6 | 1 | Golden, CO |
| TOTAL | 40 | 44 |
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS, AND TRAINING (FDD pages 22–29)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to the 2025 Craters & Freighters Franchise Disclosure Document, the initial training program includes 2 hours of on-the-job training related to System Standards. This training takes place at Craters & Freighters's headquarters in Golden, Colorado, and/or at one or more of its franchised locations in Colorado.
System Standards are the specifications, standards, and operating procedures that Craters & Freighters prescribes, as detailed in the Operations Manuals. Franchisees must adhere to these standards and any changes made to them, with a financial obligation not exceeding $10,000 during the franchise term to accommodate these changes.
Prospective franchisees should consider the location of the training and factor in any travel and accommodation costs. Understanding the System Standards is crucial for maintaining brand consistency and operational efficiency, and this on-the-job training is designed to help franchisees implement these standards effectively.