What out-of-pocket expenses are Dryject franchisees responsible for during training programs?
Dryject Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
You and/or your employees must pay all out of pocket expenses in connection with all training programs, including costs and expenses of transportation, lodging, meals, wages and employee benefits. We reserve the right to impose reasonable charges for additional or refresher training classes and materials in connection with these training courses (See Item 6). We will notify you of any additional charges before you or your employees enroll in a course.
Source: Item 11 — FRANCHISOR'S ASSISTANCE, ADVERTISING, COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND TRAINING (FDD pages 26–33)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Dryject's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees and their employees are responsible for covering all out-of-pocket expenses associated with training programs. These expenses include transportation, lodging, meals, wages, and employee benefits. This applies to all training programs, including initial training, additional training, and refresher courses.
This means that while Dryject may provide the training itself, franchisees must budget for the costs of sending themselves and their employees to the training location. These costs can vary significantly depending on the location of the training, the distance the franchisee and employees must travel, the duration of the training, and the prevailing rates for lodging and meals in the training area. Franchisees should also factor in the cost of wages and benefits for employees while they are attending training, as they will likely need to be paid during this time.
Dryject also reserves the right to impose reasonable charges for additional or refresher training classes and materials, as detailed in Item 6 of the FDD. Franchisees will be notified of any additional charges before they or their employees enroll in a course. This highlights the importance of carefully reviewing all training-related costs and charges before committing to any training programs beyond the initial training included in the franchise agreement. It is a common practice in the franchise industry for franchisees to bear the costs of travel, lodging, and wages for training, as the franchisor typically covers the direct costs of the training program itself.
Prospective Dryject franchisees should inquire about the typical costs associated with training programs, including the frequency and location of required and optional training, to accurately estimate these expenses and incorporate them into their overall budget. Understanding these costs upfront will help franchisees avoid unexpected financial burdens and ensure they can adequately invest in the training necessary for the success of their Dryject franchise.