One Ordinance published by the federal government in August 2024 determined that major events – such as shows and festivals – should provide free drinking water to the public because of the extremely high temperatures recorded in recent years across the country.
The measure was extended for another 120 days, this Wednesday (23), after a new ordinance was published by the National Consumer Secretariat (Senacon).
See established rules for water entry at shows and events
THE measure valid for another 120 days, aims to ensure the health and security of the public in places with intense heat and agglomerations how shows , festivals and Public celebrations .
Organizers must offer drinkers “hydration islands ”Or allow the entry of water bottles sealed. THE ordinance establishes criteria for water distribution in events .
Access and basic lawstates National Consumer Secretary
Wadih Damous , National Consumer Secretary defends the hydration warranty as fundamental right .
“THE water It is a basic law not a privilege “, Says the secretary.
He reinforces that no one should be prevented from moisturize put financial issues in public events or private .
THE ordinance define guidelines to distribution and Emergency Care . THE standard also establishes guidelines for the location of Water Distribution Points guaranteeing accessibility and emergency In cases of health emergencies during the events . THE oversight from the free water distribution will be carried out by Senacon .
THE measure enters into force from the date of publication and will be monitored by the Secretary . The organ of Ministry of Justice and Public Security (MJSP) reported in a statement that the measure reinforces the commitment to the physical integrity and the well-being of Brazilian consumers.
Death in Taylor Swift show
It was after the death of student Ana Clara Benevides Machado, on November 17, 2023, during the presentation of singer Taylor Swift in Engenhão, in Rio de Janeiro, that the government began to discuss alternatives for public hydration during major events.
In Rio, A law came to be in force for companies responsible for shows, festivals and other large events which should allow water bottles to enter, as well as providing free hydration sites in these shows.
The determination is in Law 10.557/24, authored by deputies Luiz Paulo (PSD), Andrezinho Ceciliano (PT) and India Armelau (PL), which was sanctioned by Governor Claudio Castro and published in the Official Gazette on November 1, 2024.
This content was originally published as a rule for “Free Water” in major events is extended for 120 days on the CNN Brazil website.
Source: CNN Brasil
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