regulated activity
nounUK /ˈreɡjʊleɪtɪd ækˈtɪvəti/
US /ˈreɡjəleɪtɪd ækˈtɪvəti/
A regulated activity is a job or action that has special rules to keep people safe.
Teaching children is a regulated activity, so teachers must follow safety rules.
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2. In law, a regulated activity is a type of work that a person needs official permission to do.
Doctors need a license because medicine is a regulated activity.
3. In finance, a regulated activity is a money-related service that is watched by a special authority.
Selling insurance is a regulated activity in many countries.
4. In sports, a regulated activity is a game with clear rules that everyone must follow.
Soccer is a regulated activity with referees to enforce the rules.