Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment terms and conditions in Singapore, including basic leave entitlements. After April 2019 amendments, covers all employees regardless of salary level. Sets out core leave requirements including annual leave, sick leave, and public holidays.
Child Development Co-Savings Act: Legislation governing parental-related leave types including 16 weeks maternity leave, 2 weeks paternity leave, shared parental leave, 6 days childcare leave (for children under 7), and 2 days extended childcare leave (for children 7-12).
Statutory Annual Leave Requirements: Minimum paid annual leave ranging from 7-14 days, scaled based on years of service. First year employees entitled to 7 days, increasing by 1 day per year of service up to 14 days.
Statutory Sick Leave Requirements: mandatory provision of 14 days outpatient sick leave and up to 60 days hospitalization leave annually, after completing 3 months of service.
Public Holidays Act: Legislation maNDAting 11 paid public holidays annually for all employees in Singapore.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Legislation governing medical leave and compensation related to workplace injuries, crucial for managing work-injury-related leave policies.
Ministry of Manpower Guidelines: Official guidelines from MOM providing best practices for leave administration, fair employment practices, and recommended leave management procedures.
Tripartite Guidelines: Joint guidelines by government, employers, and unions covering flexible work arrangements, fair employment practices, and recommeNDAtions for leave benefits beyond statutory requirements.
