Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, covering disciplinary procedures, employee misconduct handling, fair process requirements, and employment record documentation.
Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices: Guidelines established by tripartite partners covering fair employment practices, non-discrimination, and proper grievance handling procedures in Singapore workplaces.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Legislation governing the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, ensuring confidentiality and proper handling of personal information in employment documentation.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Legal framework for workplace safety requirements and handling of safety violations, relevant when reprimand involves safety-related incidents.
Industrial Relations Act: Legislation governing relationships between employers and labor unions, including provisions for disciplinary actions involving unionized employees.
Ministry of Manpower (MOM) Guidelines: Official guidelines from Singapore's labor ministry on proper disciplinary procedures, documentation requirements, and progressive discipline approaches.
Common Law Principles: Legal principles established through case law, covering natural justice, reasonable notice requirements, and proportionality in disciplinary actions.
