7. A set of rules and regulations . Guided writing I

 

6. A set of rules and regulations

Certain reading materials are written for certain readers. In such writings, readers are given basic information on certain area about what they are allowed to do and what they are not allowed to do. For example, the warden of a hostel makes some rules and regulations for the students about what they are allowed to do and what they are not allowed to do. In order to run educational institutions and other government/non-governmental organizations systematically, certain rules and regulations are required. Similarly, when people of one society happen to visit other societies, they must be adhered to the rules to the place they are visiting. In order to make the strangers aware, booklets and pamphlets about the rules and regulations are made and distributed.

Here are some expressions that help you write rules and regulations:

is supposed to, is allowed to, must, should, should not , strictly

prohibited, not allowed to, forbidden, will be allowed etc.

We often use the following sentence structures to write rules and regulations:

V-ing + is not + allowed + ….…….

V-ing + is + prohibited + ………….

You aren’t + allowed to + v1 + …….

You are + prohibited to + v1 + …….

You shouldn’t + v1 + …………..….

You must not………………………

 

Examples:

1. Rules and regulations of a school for students:

1. Each student is supposed to converse with each other only in English.

2. The prescribed school uniform is a must for all the students attending school,

during game hours and while attending other organized activities.

3. Students are not supposed to leave the school without prior permission of the

concerned authorities.

4. Students are supposed to take care of their personal belongings and keep them neat and tidy.

5. Scribbling on the school and hostel wall is prohibited.

6. Students should not damage any property of the school or hostel. In advent of

any damage, the student responsible will have to pay the penalty for the damage

by way of compensation or replacement.

7. Visits by parents will be allowed only on Sundays between 2.00 pm and 5.00

pm.

8. Prior permission of the Principal in writing is required for proceeding on leave.

9. Students will be allowed to go home for holidays only after working hours on

the closing day. They must return after the holidays on the appointed day.

10. Failure to pay fees on time will be viewed seriously and re-admission fee will

be charged in addition to the late fee.

2. Rules and regulations of a library for users:

1. Only members can the use the library.

2. The library remains open everyday from 10 am to 6pm.

3. Students may not put books back onto the shelves. Books left in the reading

rooms should be left on the tables. You should not misplace the books.

4. You must switch off your cell phone when entering the library. It causes a

disturbance to other readers.

5. The loss of a library card must be reported to the department immediately.

6. A user is responsible for any damage to or loss of library material issued on

his/her card.

7. You can borrow two books at a time for fifteen days. The loan period may be

extended if there is no demand for the book.

8. A fine of ten rupees per day will be levied on all library materials, which are not

returned with in the stipulated period. After 14 days the fine becomes twenty

rupees per day.

9. If after three weeks of the expiry date, the book has not been returned, the

member will forfeit membership of the library.

10. Books on loan are under no circumstances transferable. Every library user is

responsible for the return of library material he/she borrowed.

11. Smoking is strictly prohibited.

12. The rules and regulations are subject to change.

3. Rules and regulations for the zoo.

1. Children must be supervised at all times. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult while visiting the park.
2. Respect the Animals! Treat them with the respect they deserve as this is their home! NO running or horseplay anytime, DO NOT yell at or taunt the animals, DO NOT bang on enclosures, and DO NOT throw objects or animal feed at animals or into their habitats.
3. NO outside food is allowed in Zoo! Picnic area located in Parking Lot
4. NO outside animal food or outside containers to put animal food in.  You can only use the feed cups purchased from Big Joel's Safari.  
5. Respect all Boundaries (fences, barriers, flowerbeds) & Obey all posted signs in the zoo. Signs will tell you what animals NOT to feed!
6. We have the right to inspect anything brought into the zoo and will remove anyone violating our rules. 

4. Rules and Regulations for Visitors in a Park

1.    Visitors are not allowed to litter, and must dispose of their trash in designated bins.

2.    Visitors are requested to stay on marked pathways to prevent damage to plants and wildlife.

3.    It is strictly prohibited to damage park property such as benches, signs, or fences.

4.    Visitors must not bring pets as they may disrupt the park environment.

5.    Visitors are expected to follow park hours and leave before closing time.

6.    Visitors can enjoy recreational activities such as picnicking, biking, and playing sports in designated areas.

5. Rules and regulations for visitors in the museum.

 

Exercises:

1. Suppose you are the curator of the Central Zoo, Jawalakhel. Write a set of six rules and regulations that the visitors need to follow in the zoo.

2. Suppose you have been appointed the Head boy/girl of your school and you are asked to develop a list of rules and regulations. Write a set of six rules and regulations stating what the students are allowed to do and what they are not allowed to do in the school premises.

3. List down a set of six rules and regulations to be put up in your classroom.

4. Suppose you have been appointed the Principal of your school. Write a set of six rules and regulations for the teachers of your school.

5. Suppose you are the in-charge of the science lab of a school. Write a set of six rules and regulations to be put up in the lab.