Who is responsible for the costs and expenses associated with attending Third-Party Training for a Spray Net franchise?
Spray_Net Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
ness may be required, in Franchisor's discretion, to attend a training program that is conducted by one (1) or more of Franchisor's Approved Suppliers and designed to provide further instruction and training regarding the operation of the Franchised Business and provision of certain Approved Services (the "Third-Party Training"). If such Third-Party Training is required by Franchisor, then Franchisee will be: (i) required to pay the then-current Additional Training Fee, plus lodging and travel, for those that attend the Third-Party Training; and (ii) responsible for the costs and expenses associated with Franchisee and any other required trainees attending such
training. Once the Franchised Business is open, Franchisor will have the right to make this kind of Third-Party Training part of any Additional Training or Remedial Training that Franchisor may require under this Agreement. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Franchisor shall not require Franchisee to attend more than two (2) meetings per year between the Regional Meetings, Third-Party Training, and Annual Convention.
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- Franchisee must also ensure that Franchisee and if appropriate, its Designated Manager and/or SN Specialists, attend and complete and Additional Training or Remedial Training that may be required under this Agreement.
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Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 75–219)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, the franchisee is responsible for the costs and expenses associated with attending Third-Party Training. If Spray Net requires the franchisee or their personnel to attend Third-Party Training, the franchisee must cover the Additional Training Fee, lodging, and travel expenses for all attendees.
This means that as a Spray Net franchisee, you should budget for these potential training costs. While the franchisor limits mandatory meetings (including Regional Meetings, Third-Party Training, and the Annual Convention) to no more than two per year, the costs for Third-Party Training can add up depending on the location, duration, and number of personnel required to attend. These costs are in addition to the Additional Training Fee charged by Spray Net.
Furthermore, the franchisee is responsible for all costs associated with any initial or ongoing training, whether provided by Spray Net or a third-party trainer. This includes any Additional Training requested by the franchisee, Remedial Training required due to a default, or training for replacement or new personnel attending the Initial Training Program. This comprehensive cost responsibility underscores the importance of budgeting for continuous training and development within your Spray Net franchise.
Prospective franchisees should inquire about the typical frequency, location, and estimated costs of Third-Party Training to better understand the financial implications. Understanding these costs upfront will help in creating a realistic financial plan for operating the Spray Net franchise.