Drinking Water Ordinance (TWV).
Country
Type of law
Regulation
Date of original text
Date of latest amendment
Abstract
The Ordinance sets legal standards for drinking water quality in Austria. It defines the requirements for safe and clean drinking water, including microbiological, chemical, and physical parameters, to protect public health. The Ordinance outlines monitoring responsibilities, specifying regular testing procedures for water suppliers to ensure compliance with legal limits for contaminants such as bacteria, heavy metals, and other harmful substances. It also includes provisions for corrective actions if water quality falls below the required standards. The regulation aligns with EU drinking water directives and aims to ensure consistent water safety and quality for consumers. The Ordinance consists of 11 Articles and 3 Annexes.
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Long title of text
Ordinance by the Federal Minister for Social Security and Future Generations on the quality of water for human consumption.
Notes
Consolidated version of the Ordinance as of 2024 (BGBl. II Nr. 122/2024).
Repealed
No
Source language
English
Legislation Amendment
No
Original title
Verordnung des Bundesministers für soziale Sicherheit und Generationen über die Qualität von Wasser für den menschlichen Gebrauch (Trinkwasserverordnung - TWV).
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Repeals