Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relations in Singapore. Sets out basic terms and conditions including working hours, overtime, rest days, and leave entitlements. Since April 2019, covers all employees except seafarers, domestic workers, and public servants.
Central Provident Fund (CPF) Act: Regulates mandatory social security savings scheme in Singapore, including employer and employee contribution rates and requirements for CPF contributions.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Establishes basic safety and health protection requirements and outlines employer obligations for maintaining workplace safety.
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Governs the employment of foreign workers in Singapore, including work pass requirements and conditions.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Establishes framework for collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, including employee consent requirements.
Industrial Relations Act: Regulates relations between employers and trade unions, particularly relevant for unionized workplaces.
Retirement and Re-employment Act: Specifies minimum retirement age and employers' re-employment obligations for eligible employees.
Employment Claims Act: Provides framework for employment dispute resolution and handling of salary-related claims.
MOM Guidelines: Non-legislative guidelines and advisories issued by the Ministry of Manpower providing practical guidance on employment practices.
Tripartite Guidelines: Guidelines on fair employment practices jointly issued by the Ministry of Manpower, National Trades Union Congress, and Singapore National Employers Federation.
