Employment Act (Cap. 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, needed to ensure clear differentiation between employees and independent contractors
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Establishes standards for workplace safety and health protection, applicable even to independent contractors working on premises
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, essential for contractors handling sensitive information
Competition Act: Ensures fair competition practices and prevents anti-competitive behavior in contractor relationships
Prevention of Corruption Act: Sets standards for preventing corrupt practices and bribery in business relationships
Singapore Contract Law: Common law principles governing contract formation, execution, and enforcement
Trade Secrets Act: Protects confidential business information and trade secrets that contractors may access
Fair Employment Practices: Guidelines ensuring fair and non-discriminatory treatment in business relationships
Copyright Act: Protects intellectual property rights and governs ownership of work created by contractors
Patents Act: Governs the protection of inventions and innovations that may be developed during contractor engagement
Trade Marks Act: Protects company trademarks and logos that contractors may use or encounter
Workplace Safety and Health Guidelines: Specific guidelines for maintaining workplace safety and health standards
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation requirements for independent contractors and their obligations
Goods and Services Tax Act: Regulates GST obligations for contractors providing services in Singapore
Mediation Act: Framework for mediation as a dispute resolution mechanism
Arbitration Act: Provides legal framework for arbitration in case of disputes with contractors
