9121-Hand launderers and pressers

Job Title ( International classification ): 
Hand launderers and pressers
ISCO Code: 
9121
Job Description: 
Hand launderers and pressers launder, press or dry-clean garments, linen and other textiles by hand.
Tasks: 

Main Tasks include -

  • (a) laundering and pressing linen, clothing, fabrics and similar articles by hand in a laundry or other establishment
  • (b) cleaning, by hand and with chemical solutions, clothing, fabrics, leather goods and similar articles, in a dry- cleaning or other establishment
  • (c) replacing buttons and making minor repairs
  • (d) placing articles on shelves and hanging articles for delivery and collection.
Inclusions: 

Examples of the occupations classified here:
- Dry-cleaner, hand
- Launderer, hand
- Presser, hand

Exclusions: 

Some related occupations classified elsewhere:
- Dry-cleaning machine operator - 8157
- Pressing machine operator (laundry) - 8157
- Laundry machine operator - 8157

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