What is the total number of classroom training hours provided by Craters & Freighters?
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 a total of 40 hours of classroom training. This training covers various subjects critical to the operation of a Craters & Freighters franchise.
The classroom training encompasses several key areas, including 10 hours dedicated to crating and packaging techniques, 4 hours on transportation logistics, 6 hours on business management review, 4 hours on cargo insurance, 2 hours on marketing strategies, 4 hours on pricing methodologies, 2 hours on pickup and delivery procedures, 2 hours on system standards, and 6 hours on the operating system. This comprehensive curriculum is designed to equip franchisees with a solid foundation in the essential aspects of the business.
In addition to classroom instruction, Craters & Freighters also provides on-the-job training. The on-the-job training totals 44 hours and is conducted at the corporate headquarters in Golden, Colorado, and/or at one or more franchise locations in Colorado. This hands-on experience complements the classroom learning, offering franchisees practical insights and skills necessary for running their business effectively. The combination of classroom and on-the-job training ensures that franchisees are well-prepared to meet the demands of operating a Craters & Freighters franchise.