Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Primary legislation governing collection, use and disclosure of personal data in Singapore. Mandates organizations to obtain valid consent from employees and specifies requirements for notification and purpose limitation.
Employment Act (Chapter 91): Core employment legislation that sets out basic employment terms and working conditions. Provides context for the nature of consent being sought and limits on what can be legitimately asked of employees.
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Relevant when dealing with foreign workers, particularly concerning work pass holders and their specific consent requirements.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Applicable when consent relates to safety and health matters, particularly relevant for medical information consent and workplace safety procedures.
Companies Act: Covers corporate governance requirements and disclosure obligations that may affect the content and scope of employee consent.
Industrial Relations Act: Pertinent for unionized employees and situations where collective agreements may influence the consent requirements.
Singapore Contract Law: Fundamental principles ensuring the legal validity of consent, including elements such as consideration, capacity, and other contractual requirements under Singapore law.
