Employment Act (Cap. 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering working hours, leave entitlements, and basic employment terms
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Regulates collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, crucial for handling model information and photographs
Contract Law (Cap. 43): Governs formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore, providing framework for agency agreements
Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Provides general principles of civil law applicable to commercial contracts and agreements
Singapore Code of Advertising Practice (SCAP): Guidelines for advertising standards and practices relevant to model assignments and campaigns
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Regulates employment of foreign models, including work pass requirements and conditions
Central Provident Fund Act: Mandatory social security savings scheme that may apply to eligible models
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Ensures safety standards in working environments, including photo shoots and runway shows
Children and Young Persons Act: Provides additional protections for models under 18, including working hours and conditions
Women's Charter: Offers protection against exploitation and ensures fair treatment, particularly relevant for female models
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of income earned through modeling assignments and agency commissions
GST Act: Regulates Goods and Services Tax applicable to modeling services and agency fees
Copyright Act: Protects intellectual property rights related to photographs, portfolio materials, and promotional content
Trade Marks Act: Relevant for modeling work involving branded content and commercial use of trademarks
