Employment Act (Chapter 91): Primary legislation governing employment relationships in Singapore, including basic terms and working conditions during probation periods
Employment Records Regulations: Regulations governing the maintenance of employment records, key employment terms and pay slips, which are essential for performance documentation
Fair Consideration Framework: Framework ensuring fair employment practices and consideration of employees, including during probation and assessment periods
Industrial Relations Act: Legislation governing relations between employers and employees, including dispute resolution mechanisms
Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices: Guidelines ensuring fair and merit-based performance assessment practices without discrimination
Tripartite Guidelines on Managing Excess Manpower: Guidelines for managing workforce including proper evaluation procedures before any termination decisions
Tripartite Advisory on Performance Appraisal: Specific advisory on conducting fair and objective performance appraisals, with special consideration for older workers
Personal Data Protection Act: Legislation governing the collection, use, and storage of personal data, including employee performance records
Minimum Statutory Requirements: Legal requirements regarding minimum probation periods, notice periods, and termination procedures
Documentation Requirements: Legal obligations for maintaining proper records of performance assessments, feedback sessions, and evaluation criteria
