Who is responsible for the lodging and travel costs of Spray Net trainers for requested additional training?
Spray_Net Franchise · 2025 FDDAnswer from 2025 FDD Document
Requested Additional Training and/or On-Site Assistance. Franchisor may also provide
Additional Training or other on-site assistance at Franchisee's reasonable written request, subject to: (i) the schedule and availability of Franchisor's training personnel; and (ii) Franchisee paying Franchisor's then-current Additional Training Fee, plus lodging and travel, for each trainer that is provided in connection with the requested Additional Training, as well as Franchisee covering the costs and expenses that such personnel incur in providing such training. Franchisor will provide Additional Training under this Section as it deems appropriate in its discretion.
Source: Item 23 — RECEIPTS (FDD pages 75–219)
What This Means (2025 FDD)
According to Spray Net's 2025 Franchise Disclosure Document, if a franchisee requests additional training or on-site assistance, they are responsible for covering the costs of lodging and travel for each Spray Net trainer provided. In addition to covering lodging and travel, the franchisee must also pay Spray Net's then-current Additional Training Fee for each trainer. Spray Net determines whether to provide additional training based on the availability of its training personnel and at its own discretion.
This means that franchisees need to budget not only for the direct costs of the training itself (the Additional Training Fee) but also for the indirect costs of bringing Spray Net trainers to their location. These costs can include airfare, hotel accommodations, meals, and local transportation for the trainers. The FDD does not specify the amount of the Additional Training Fee, so prospective franchisees should inquire about this fee to accurately estimate the costs associated with requested additional training.
This policy incentivizes franchisees to ensure their initial training is thorough and to utilize available training materials and support systems before requesting on-site assistance. It also gives Spray Net control over the provision of additional training, allowing them to manage their training resources and prioritize requests. Franchisees should carefully consider the potential costs of additional training when making staffing and operational decisions.