Were there any laws or regulations governing the job of a knocker-upper?
Frequently Asked Question about the extinct profession: Knocker-Upper
Yes, there were laws and regulations governing the job of a knocker-upper. In the United Kingdom, the Factory Act of 1833 required employers to provide a knocker-upper for workers who needed to wake up early for their shifts. In addition, in the early 20th century, some cities in the UK required knocker-uppers to obtain a license from the police or local authorities to perform their job.