Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract formation and validity in Singapore. Section 2(2) addresses contractual capacity, while Section 5 specifies which contracts must be in written form.
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Cap. 396): Regulates exclusion clauses in contracts, particularly limiting the ability to exclude liability for death or personal injury. Implements reasonableness test for exclusion clauses and sets limitations on excluding negligence liability.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Ensures contract terms are fair and not unconscionable, protecting consumers' rights in contractual agreements. Particularly relevant for commercial sports facilities and services.
Common Law Principles: Encompasses doctrine of informed consent, rules on validity of exclusion clauses, and requirements for reasonable notice of terms. Forms the foundational legal framework for contract interpretation.
Sports Safety Guidelines: Includes Singapore Sports Council (SportSG) guidelines, sport-specific safety regulations, and requirements from national sports associations that must be considered in the waiver.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection and handling of personal information, including consent requirements and data protection obligations when collecting participant information.
Minor's Contracts Act: Addresses specific requirements for contracts involving minors (under 21), including necessary parent/guardian consent and special protections for minors in contractual arrangements.
