{"id":75195,"date":"2024-05-23T17:11:30","date_gmt":"2024-05-23T09:11:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/?p=75195"},"modified":"2024-05-23T17:11:32","modified_gmt":"2024-05-23T09:11:32","slug":"employment-act-singapore","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/employment-act-singapore\/","title":{"rendered":"Everything you need to know about Singapore\u2019s Employment Act (2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you newly employed or looking to better equip yourself with knowledge on Singapore\u2019s Employment Act?\u00a0<\/span>Reading this article is the right step forward.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Understanding this legislation is crucial for both employees and employers in Singapore. It safeguards your rights and sets clear guidelines for workplace practices. Whether you are an employer looking to ensure compliance or an employee seeking to understand your rights, this guide will provide a comprehensive overview of the Employment Act<\/span>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-overview-of-singapore-s-employment-act\">Overview of Singapore&#8217;s Employment Act<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#ensuring-fair-treatment\">Who does Singapore\u2019s Employment Act apply to?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#covered-by-the-Act\">Key Employment Terms (KETs)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#and-understand-your-KETs\">Salary and bonus<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#as-the-13th-month-payment\">Working hours and overtime<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#you\u2019re-fairly-compensated-for-your-time\">Payment of salary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#employers-adhere-to-legal-payment-schedules\">Leave entitlements<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Rest days and public holidays<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Annual leave<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sick leave<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Health insurance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maternity and childcare leave<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#protection-for-expectant-and-new-mothers\">Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#create-a-fair-and-inclusive-workplace\">Probation period<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#to-assess-suitability-for-the-role\">Employment termination<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#necessary-arrangements\">Retrenchment\/Layoffs\/Downsizing<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#statutory-requirements\">Dispute resolution<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#fairly-and-amicably\">Resources to keep yourself informed and protected<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-overview-of-singapore-s-employment-act\"><b>Overview of Singapore\u2019s Employment Act<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First off, what exactly is the Employment Act?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"ensuring-fair-treatment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Essentially, it\u2019s Singapore\u2019s main labour law, protecting the rights of employees and ensuring fair treatment<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; width: 350px !important; box-shadow: 0px 2px 12px rgb(11 17 52 \/ 15%); border-radius: 16px;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/property-value-widget?contentSource=insider-blog&amp;contentId=employment-act-singapore\" width=\"350\" height=\"370\" scrolling=\"no\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; 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width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\"><\/span><\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-who-does-singapore-s-employment-act-apply-to-nbsp\"><b>Who does Singapore\u2019s Employment Act apply to?&nbsp;<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You would think the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employment <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Act would apply to <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">all <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">employees, right?&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Well, that\u2019s not always the case.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While The Employment Act applies to &#8220;employees&#8221; as defined under the Act, it <\/span><b>excludes managerial and executive positions, domestic workers, seamen, and most government staff<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. You are likely covered by the Act when employed under a contract of service. The Employment Act provides additional protections for employees earning below SGD 2,600\/month. These protections cover various aspects such as:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Rest days, hours of work, and overtime<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ensuring fair work hours and compensation for extra work.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Public holidays<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Entitling employees to paid holidays or substitute holidays.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Annual leave<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Mandating a minimum number of leave days.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Sick leave<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Providing paid leave for medical needs.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Retrenchment and retirement benefits<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Securing benefits in case of job loss or retirement.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Annual wage supplement<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Ensuring additional yearly payments in some cases.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"covered-by-the-Act\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s also important to note the distinction between a contract of service and a service contract. The former refers to employees with regular work arrangements, while the latter applies to independent contractors or freelancers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-key-employment-terms-kets\"><b>Key Employment Terms (KETs)<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/emplyment-act-singapore-KETS.jpg\" class=\"img-link media-img img-link media-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-75201\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/emplyment-act-singapore-KETS.jpg\" alt=\"Key Employment Terms (KETs) - employment act singapore\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/emplyment-act-singapore-KETS.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/emplyment-act-singapore-KETS-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a>Next, let\u2019s talk about Key Employment Terms (KETs).&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an employer, you must provide KETs to employees continuously hired for 14 days or more. These terms should include job title, main duties, and salary. They need to be issued in writing, either as a soft or a hard copy. This ensures transparency and sets clear expectations for both parties.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"and-understand-your-KETs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re an employee, make sure you receive and understand your KETs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-salary-and-bonus\"><b>Salary and bonus<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Singapore, there is no minimum salary requirement. However, salaries must be paid at least once a month within seven days after the salary period. Overtime pay must be settled within 14 days.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"as-the-13th-month-payment\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although there is no statutory requirement for bonus payments, it is common practice to include an annual bonus equivalent to at least one month\u2019s salary, often referred to as the 13th-month payment.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-working-hours-and-overtime\"><b>Working hours and overtime<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The standard working hours in Singapore are capped at 44 hours per week, with a maximum of eight hours per day. If you work beyond these hours, you are entitled to overtime pay.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Under specific conditions, a maximum of 12 hours of work per day, including overtime, is allowed. For shift workers, the limit remains 12 hours per day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overtime is calculated at 1.5 times the hourly basic rate of pay.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you earn a S$1,500 basic salary per month, your hourly basic rate of pay is:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12 x S$1,500 52 x 44 = S$7.50 (to the nearest cent)&nbsp;<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For each hour of overtime that you work, your overtime pay is calculated as S$7.50 x 1.5 (*overtime rate) = S$11.25 (to the nearest cent)<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"you\u2019re-fairly-compensated-for-your-time\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need to be aware of these regulations to avoid exploitation and ensure you\u2019re fairly compensated for your time.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-payment-of-salary\"><b>Payment of salary<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salary payment is another key aspect covered by the Employment Act. Employers are required to pay salaries at least once a month, and overtime pay must be included in the salary payment.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"employers-adhere-to-legal-payment-schedules\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, itemised pay slips must be provided, detailing the breakdown of payments and deductions. This transparency helps you keep track of your earnings and ensures that employers adhere to legal payment schedules.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-leave-entitlements\"><b>Leave entitlements<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/emplyment-act-singapore-leave-entitlement.jpg\" class=\"img-link media-img img-link media-img\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"900\" src=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/emplyment-act-singapore-leave-entitlement.jpg\" alt=\"employment act singapore - leave entitlement\" class=\"wp-image-75203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/emplyment-act-singapore-leave-entitlement.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/emplyment-act-singapore-leave-entitlement-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rest-days-and-public-holidays\"><b>Rest days and public holidays<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your rest days and public holidays are also protected under the Act.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an employee, you are entitled to one rest day per week, usually on Sundays. If you work on a rest day, you should receive additional compensation.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Employees are also entitled to 11 annual paid public holidays. These encompass occasions such as New Year&#8217;s Day, the first and second day of Chinese New Year, Good Friday, Labour Day, Vesak Day, National Day, Hari Raya Puasa, Deepavali, Hari Raya Haji, and Christmas Day.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Public holiday entitlements include either an extra day\u2019s pay or a substituted rest day if you are required to work on a holiday.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-annual-leave\"><b>Annual leave<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You earn annual leave based on your years of service, with a minimum of seven days for the first year, with an additional day for each subsequent year of service. Common practice often sees around 14 days per year, ensuring employees have ample time for rest and personal matters.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sick-leave\"><b>Sick leave<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sick leave entitlements are based on the length of service. Employees with six months or more of service are entitled to 14 days of sick leave and 60 days of hospitalisation leave. Those with less service time receive a proportionate amount of leave. A medical certificate is required to qualify for sick leave.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-health-insurance\"><b>Health insurance<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While there is no statutory requirement for private health insurance, Singapore Citizens or Permanent Residents are covered under Medishield. The common practice of providing additional health insurance varies by company size, with larger companies more likely to offer such benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-maternity-and-childcare-leave\"><b>Maternity and childcare leave<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"protection-for-expectant-and-new-mothers\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eligible employees are entitled to 16 weeks of paid maternity leave. Additionally, six days of childcare leave per year are provided for employees with children below seven. Dismissal during maternity leave is strictly prohibited, offering robust protection for expectant and new mothers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-central-provident-fund-cpf-contributions\"><b>Central Provident Fund (CPF) contributions<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Act also ensures various employee rights and protections.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep in mind that if you&#8217;re employed as a Singapore Citizen or Singapore Permanent Resident and earn above S$50 per month, your employer is obligated to contribute to your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/glossary\/central-provident-fund-cpf\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Central Provident Fund (CPF)<\/a>. This applies regardless of whether you&#8217;re working part-time, on an ad-hoc basis, or under contract, including during your probation period. Employers must cover both their and their employees&#8217; CPF contributions each month. If your monthly earnings exceed S$500, your employer can reclaim your portion of the contribution from your total wages.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong><em>There are <\/em><\/strong><\/span><b><strong><em>no CPF contributions for foreign employees<\/em><\/strong><\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"create-a-fair-and-inclusive-workplace\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moreover, fair employment practices are enforced to prevent discrimination and ensure a safe working environment. Employers must comply with these practices to create a fair and inclusive workplace.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read more:&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/latest-updates-cpf-contribution-rates-sg-how-much-to-pay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Latest updates on CPF contribution rates in Singapore 2024 and how much to pay<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-probation-period\"><b>Probation period<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"to-assess-suitability-for-the-role\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no statutory requirements for a probation period, yet it is common practice to include one. Typically, a probation period lasts three to six months, during which a shorter termination notice period is applied. This period allows the employer and employee to assess suitability for the role.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-employment-termination\"><b>Employment termination<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"necessary-arrangements\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Termination of employment requires written notice or salary-in-lieu-of notice. The notice period depends on the employment contract. Common practice includes a two-week notice during the probation period and a one-month notice after confirmation. This ensures a smooth transition and adequate time for both parties to make necessary arrangements.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-retrenchment-layoffs-downsizing\"><b>Retrenchment\/Layoffs\/Downsizing<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"statutory-requirements\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In cases of retrenchment, layoffs, or downsizing, final salaries and benefits are due on the last day of work. The notice period follows the terms set in the employment contract. Retrenchment benefits are typically provided for employees with at least three years of service, although smaller companies may only meet statutory requirements.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-dispute-resolution\"><b>Dispute resolution<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disputes between employees and employers can arise, and knowing how to handle them is vital. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p id=\"fairly-and-amicably\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.judiciary.gov.sg\/civil\/file-employment-claim\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Employment Claims Tribunals (ECT)<\/a> provide a platform for resolving salary-related disputes quickly and affordably. If you face any workplace issues, it\u2019s important to follow the proper steps for dispute resolution, which may include mediation or direct negotiation with your employer. This ensures that disputes are settled fairly and amicably.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-keep-yourself-informed-and-protected\"><b>Keep yourself informed and protected!<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For more detailed information and guidance, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.99.co\/singapore\/insider\/latest-updates-cpf-contribution-rates-sg-how-much-to-pay\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Ministry of Manpower (MOM) website<\/a> is an invaluable resource. It provides extensive guides, FAQs, and updates on the Employment Act.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additionally, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mom.gov.sg\/employment-practices\/employment-act\/workright\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Workright initiative<\/a> offers resources to help employees and employers understand and comply with employment laws. Utilising these resources ensures that you remain informed and compliant.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you newly employed or looking to better equip yourself with knowledge on Singapore\u2019s Employment Act?\u00a0Reading this article is the right step forward. Understanding this legislation is crucial for both employees and employers in Singapore. It safeguards your rights and sets clear guidelines for workplace practices. 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