Freddy’s Franchise Group Achieves First Clean Hands Certification for Public Restrooms
A nine-location Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers franchise group in Northern Colorado and Southern Wyoming has become the first quick-service restaurant (QSR) franchise—and overall company—to achieve Clean Hands Certified status. The certification evaluates public restrooms based on a five-part operational standard, including touch-free soap dispensers, faucets, warm water, hygienic drying methods, and hands-free exits. The initiative aims to improve the handwashing experience for guests by creating measurable standards that can be consistently applied across multiple locations. Customers are also encouraged to use an app to rate their restroom experiences, fostering a feedback loop between users, operators, and suppliers. The franchisee plans to celebrate this milestone on July 31 at its Timnath, Colorado location. Tim Cromley, founder of Clean Hands Certified, emphasized the importance of consistency in multi-unit operations and highlighted how this certification sets an industry benchmark for hygiene standards.