Employment Act (Cap. 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore. Relevant for distinguishing subcontractor status from employment, working hours provisions, and workplace obligations.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Covers safety requirements, risk assessment procedures, and incident reporting obligations for all workplace activities including subcontracted work.
Work Injury Compensation Act: Regulates insurance requirements, liability provisions, and accident reporting procedures for workplace injuries.
Contract Law (Common Law): Governs fundamental contract principles including formation, terms and conditions, breach remedies, and termination provisions.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, including data protection obligations and privacy requirements.
Building and Construction Authority Regulations: Specific regulations for construction-related work, including licensing requirements, quality standards, and safety protocols.
Competition Act: Governs fair competition practices, including provisions for non-compete clauses and market restrictions.
Goods and Services Tax Act: Covers GST registration requirements, tax obligations, and invoicing requirements for business transactions.
Third Party Rights Act: Addresses rights of third parties in contractual relationships and assignment provisions.
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs the use of electronic signatures and digital documentation requirements in contractual agreements.
Mediation Act: Framework for dispute resolution through mediation in Singapore.
Immigration Law: Relevant when engaging foreign workers as subcontractors, covering work passes and employment permissions.
