Sale of Goods Act (SOGA): Primary legislation governing contracts relating to sale of goods, defining rights and obligations of buyers and sellers, including implied terms about quality and fitness for purpose
Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Fundamental contract law legislation covering principles of contract formation, rules regarding offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention
Supply of Goods Act: Legislation governing quality standards, fitness for purpose, and merchantable quality requirements for goods
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Relevant when the buyer is a consumer rather than a business, providing additional consumer protections
Unfair Contract Terms Act: Governs restrictions on limitation of liability clauses and establishes reasonableness requirements for contract terms
Registration of Imports and Exports Act: Applicable for machinery being imported or exported, governing trade documentation and compliance
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Establishes safety requirements for machinery and compliance with workplace safety standards
Goods and Services Tax Act: Covers tax implications and GST requirements for machinery purchases
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs the validity and use of electronic transactions and signatures if the agreement is executed electronically
Industry-specific Regulations: Additional regulations specific to particular types of machinery or industrial sectors
Environmental Regulations: Environmental compliance requirements applicable to specific machinery types and their operation
Insurance Requirements: Mandatory and recommended insurance coverage for machinery purchases and operation
International Trade Laws: Applicable for cross-border transactions, including import/export regulations and international commercial terms
