This document provides an overview of laws and policies to regulate water quality. It shows a clear overview of:
(1) Scope of law and policy instruments;
(2) Management frameworks;
(3) Parameters, indicators and thresholds adopted for different uses;
(4) Implementation of water quality guidelines.

Page 24 gives an overview of guiding questions needed in each project working with water quality guidelines.

The examples are supported by case-studies. On page 22, a database of guidelines and laws implemented in different countries can be downloaded.