Water

Events must have a sufficient supply of freely available drinking water. 
At outdoor events, organisers must: 

• Provide one drinking fountain for every 200 patrons or part thereof. A washbasin does not constitute a drinking fountain or tap. 
• Provide safe to drink water that is freely available 
• Provide accessible pathways to water sources 
• Provide signage to the water 
• Consider layout carefully and avoid placing taps in areas that have the potential to create bottlenecks

Bottled drinking water is an unsustainable way of quenching thirst and another large generator of waste. 
Consider establishing hydration stations and encourage patrons to bring their own non-disposable drinking bottles. 
Please take into consideration if you are holding an outdoor event and you need to erect temporary structures or provide heavy vehicle access; know where the water pipes/mains are located. A burst water main is not ideal prior to or during an event and the event organiser will be liable for any associated costs. Be proactive and familiarise yourself with the event site.
It should be noted for an indoor licensed venue, free or low cost water must be provided.