Chimney Cleaner

OFO Code: 643302

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code: 643302
Occupation: Chimney Cleaner
Classification: OFO 2021
Major group: SKILLED AGRICULTURAL, FORESTRY, FISHERY, CRAFT AND RELATED TRADES WORKERS
Unit group: 6433 · Building Structure Cleaners

Official description
Building structure cleaners clean exterior surfaces of buildings and other structures, and remove soot from chimneys.

More official OFO detail

Removing asbestos, mould and fire damaged surfaces from buildings
Removing soot from flues, chimneys and connecting pipes
Cleaning exterior surfaces of stone, brick, metal or similar materials by means of chemicals, or a jet of steam or sand applied under high pressure
Building Structure Cleaner

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