Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering misconduct and termination provisions. Notable for 2019 amendment extending coverage to all employees.
Employment (Employment Records, Key Employment Terms and Pay Slips) Regulations: Subsidiary legislation specifying requirements for proper documentation of employment matters including disciplinary actions.
Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices: Guidelines issued jointly by MOM, NTUC, and SNEF providing framework for fair handling of employment matters including disciplinary procedures.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, relevant for handling employee information in disciplinary notices.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Legislation concerning workplace safety and health standards, relevant if disciplinary action involves safety violations.
Industrial Relations Act: Legislation governing industrial relations including union representation rights during disciplinary proceedings.
Fair Consideration Framework: Framework ensuring fair employment practices and non-discriminatory actions in workplace procedures including disciplinary matters.
Company Policies and Procedures: Internal organizational guidelines and procedures governing disciplinary actions and employee conduct.
Employment Contract Terms: Specific terms and conditions agreed between employer and employee including disciplinary procedures.
Employee Handbook: Company document detailing workplace policies, procedures, and guidelines including disciplinary processes.
Collective Agreements: Agreements between employer and labor unions specifying terms and conditions including disciplinary procedures for unionized employees.
