Sec. 0.5. (a) As used in this section, "franchisor" has the meaning set forth in 16 CFR 436.1(k).
(b) As used in this section, "franchisee" has the meaning set forth in 16 CFR 436.1(i).
(c) For purposes of this chapter, a franchisor is not considered to be an employer or co-employer of:
(1) a franchisee; or
(2) an employee of a franchisee;
unless the franchisor agrees, in writing, to assume the role of an employer or co-employer of the franchisee or the employee of a franchisee.