Employment Act (Cap. 91): Key legislation to reference for clear distinction between volunteer and employment relationship. Important to explicitly state that the agreement does not constitute an employment contract to avoid misclassification of volunteers as employees.
Work Injury Compensation Act (WICA): Addresses injury protection and liability considerations for volunteers. While primarily for employees, organizations need to clearly outline insurance coverage and liability protection for volunteers.
Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Requires inclusion of consent clauses for data handling and specifics about data protection obligations.
Workplace Safety and Health Act: Outlines safety obligations, risk assessment requirements, and necessary training provisions for volunteers in the workplace environment.
Criminal Law (Temporary Provisions) Act: Relevant for background check provisions, particularly crucial for volunteers working with vulnerable populations.
Central Provident Fund Act: Referenced to explicitly clarify that CPF contributions are not applicable to volunteer relationships.
Insurance Considerations: Requirements for insurance coverage, including liability insurance and any additional coverage specific to volunteer activities.
Confidentiality Obligations: Legal framework for protecting organizational confidential information and data privacy requirements.
Intellectual Property Rights: Framework for handling any IP created during volunteer service, including assignments and rights.
Volunteer Protection Provisions: Specific clauses protecting both the organization and volunteer, including liability limitations and indemnification.
Code of Conduct: Reference to organizational behavior standards and ethical guidelines applicable to volunteers.
Termination Provisions: Legal framework for ending the volunteer relationship, including notice periods and grounds for immediate termination.
