Singapore’s MOM on recourse for workers facing tattoo discrimination under TAFEP framework

MOM emphasised that employers are required to abide by the principles of fair employment set out in the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices.  

Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM) addressed a Parliamentary query in October regarding possible recourse for workers facing tattoo discrimination under the Tripartite Alliance for Fair Employment Practices (TAFEP) framework.  

In response, MOM said that such workers who had faced discrimination can contact the TAFEP for advice and assistance.  

"Employers are required to abide by the principles of fair employment practices set out in the Tripartite Guidelines on Fair Employment Practices, which includes recruiting employees on the basis of merit.  

"Employers are also permitted to consider in recruitment genuine and reasonable occupational requirements that make it difficult for those with tattoos to perform the job function," MOM stated. 

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