> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://guidelines.nhmrc.gov.au/australian-drinking-water-guidelines/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://guidelines.nhmrc.gov.au/australian-drinking-water-guidelines/part-1/chapter-2.md).

# Chapter 2: Framework for Management of Drinking Water Quality: overview

This chapter introduces the Framework for Management of Drinking Water Quality (the Framework) and describes its purpose, benefits and structure. It outlines how the Framework can be applied and explains the importance of various agencies working in partnership with drinking water suppliers to apply the Framework successfully.