Employment Act (EA): While not directly applicable to independent contractors, must be considered to clearly distinguish the relationship from employment to avoid misclassification issues
Central Provident Fund (CPF) Act: Independent contractors are not entitled to CPF contributions; clear distinction needed to avoid statutory CPF obligations
Income Tax Act: Governs tax obligations for independent contractors, including self-assessment and GST registration requirements if annual revenue exceeds SGD 1 million
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Establishes safety obligations and requirements if the contractor works on-site
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Sets requirements for handling personal data and data protection obligations in the contractor relationship
Competition Act: Governs non-compete and restrictive covenant considerations in contractor agreements
Contract Law (Common Law): Establishes principles for valid contract formation, terms and conditions, and termination clauses based on Singapore common law
Contract Essential: Independent Contractor Status: Clear definition required to establish independent contractor relationship and avoid misclassification
Contract Essential: Scope of Services: Detailed description of services to be provided by the contractor
Contract Essential: Payment Terms: Specific terms regarding compensation, payment schedule, and invoicing requirements
Contract Essential: Intellectual Property: Rights and ownership of intellectual property created during the contract period
Contract Essential: Confidentiality: Provisions for protecting confidential information and trade secrets
Contract Essential: Liability and Indemnification: Terms defining liability limitations and indemnification obligations
Contract Essential: Insurance: Requirements for insurance coverage to be maintained by the contractor
Contract Essential: Termination: Conditions and procedures for contract termination by either party
Contract Essential: Dispute Resolution: Procedures and jurisdiction for resolving any disputes arising from the contract
