Employment Act (Chapter 91): Core employment legislation that may apply to contract workers if they are considered 'employees'. Covers basic employment standards including working hours, salary, leave entitlements, and other fundamental terms.
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Governs the employment of foreign workers in Singapore, including work pass requirements and compliance with Ministry of Manpower (MOM) regulations.
Central Provident Fund Act: Regulates mandatory social security savings system. Applicability depends on whether the worker is classified as an employee or self-employed contractor.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Relevant for handling personal information in the contract and obtaining necessary consents.
Contract Law: Singapore common law principles governing contract formation, including requirements for offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention to create legal relations.
Income Tax Act: Determines tax obligations and responsibilities, including whether the contractor is subject to withholding tax requirements.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Establishes framework for work injury compensation and insurance requirements for workers, including eligible contract workers.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Sets out safety obligations and requirements for work performed on company premises, applicable to all workers including contractors.
Competition Act: Relevant for non-compete clauses, confidentiality provisions, and protection of trade secrets in the contract.
MOM Guidelines on Contract Employment: Ministry of Manpower's guidelines establishing best practices and fair employment principles for contract employment arrangements.
