Health & Safety Singapore director handed 18-month jail sentence over factory explosion Former fire systems manager convicted under workplace health and safety legislation iStock.com/Rattankun Thongbun Image Jenna Lomax Community Editor Thursday 02 July 2026 A Singapore fire protection systems director has been sentenced to 18 months in jail after his negligence resulted in a deadly explosion, highlighting the significant risk changes to the coun Get AccessContinue reading International Employment LawyerAlready have access? Login now Email Enter your email address. Password Enter the password that accompanies your email address. Reset your passwordLog in Need access? Find out how to enjoy unlimited accessGet access You might also like... Health & Safety Singapore cracks down on companies as workplace safety lapses continue Health & Safety Singapore to hold management responsible for workplace fatalities Health & Safety Singapore calls on businesses to review H&S processes after workplace fatalities Whistleblowing Tesla manager fired after raising “potentially deadly” safety complaints