Laundry Worker (General)

OFO Code: 812101

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

Official description
Hand launderers and pressers launder, press or dry-clean garments, linen and other textiles by hand.

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Starcher, Garment Cleaner, Linen Sorter / Maid, Laundry Maid

Replacing buttons and making minor repairs
Placing articles on shelves and hanging articles for delivery and collection
Cleaning, by hand and with chemical solutions, clothing, fabrics, leather goods and similar articles, in a dry-cleaning or other establishment
Laundering and pressing linen, clothing, fabrics and similar articles by hand in a laundry or other establishment

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