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Unit Group

8119 Other Cleaners and Laundry Workers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

8119 Other Cleaners and Laundry Workers

This unit group covers Cleaners and Laundry Workers not elsewhere classified. It includes Carpet Cleaners, Roof Gutter Cleaners and Window Cleaners.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
  • Skill Level 5: AQF Certificate I, or compulsory secondary education
Occupation

811931 Carpet Cleaner

Cleans carpets, rugs and furniture upholstery using powder, liquid and steam cleaning methods, and applies soil-repellent chemicals and deodorants.

Specialisation

  • Upholstery Cleaner

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Inspects carpets, rugs and upholstery to determine an appropriate cleaning method
  • Vacuums carpets, rugs and upholstery to remove dirt and debris
  • Applies pre-treatment solutions to stains and heavily soiled areas
  • Cleans carpets, rugs and upholstery using appropriate cleaning equipment, such as steam cleaners and extraction machines
  • Applies soil-repellent chemicals and deodorants to carpets, rugs and upholstery
  • Removes excess moisture from carpets, rugs and upholstery using extraction equipment
  • Inspects and evaluates the cleanliness of carpets, rugs and upholstery post-cleaning
Occupation

811932 Roof Gutter Cleaner

Cleans gutters on residential and commercial buildings.

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Inspects gutters and surrounding work area for hazards
  • Removes leaves, dirt and other debris from gutters
  • Uses ladders or other equipment to access gutters at different heights
  • Checks and clears any downspouts for blockages
  • Ensures that all safety precautions are followed while working at heights
  • May perform minor repairs to gutters
Occupation

811933 Window Cleaner

Cleans interior and exterior window surfaces.

Specialisation

  • Rope Access Window Cleaner

Skill level: 5

Main tasks

  • Inspects interior and exterior windows of residential, commercial and high-rise buildings to determine the extent of cleaning required
  • Removes dirt, dust, grime and other stains from window surfaces using specialised cleaning solutions and tools
  • Cleans window frames, sills and tracks
  • Removes and replaces screens for cleaning
  • Uses ladders, scaffolding, ropes or other equipment to access windows at different heights
  • Ensures that all safety precautions are followed while working, including the use of chemicals and working at heights
Occupation

811999 Cleaners and Laundry Workers nec

This occupation group covers Cleaners and Laundry Workers not elsewhere classified.

Skill level: 5

Occupations in this group include:

  • Air Conditioner Cleaner
  • Chimney Sweep
  • Graffiti Cleaner
  • Peggy
  • Restoration Technician