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.
An Ordinance to establish the quality of water for human consumption; however, not applicable to natural mineral waters. At the outset the Ordinance contains the definition of "water for human consumption" and "competent authorities". Article 3 establishes that water has to fulfil the requirements of Annex I and, moreover, to be suitable for human consumption without any danger to human health. Article 5 lists the duties of the water processing plants; first of all, the premises have to be prope
Consolidated version of the Ordinance as of 2024 (BGBl. II Nr. 122/2024).
Title:
Drinking Water Ordinance (TWV).
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奥地利
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Regulation
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