Clothing Decontamination Worker (Contamination Removal)
いふくじょせんこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Service Occupations
- Middle : Bathing Facility and Cleaning Service Occupations
- Minor : Laundry and Dry Cleaning Workers
Summary
Clothing decontamination workers are specialists who decontaminate clothing contaminated with dirt, chemicals, or radioactive substances using appropriate cleaning methods and agents, restoring them to a reusable state.
Description
Clothing decontamination workers target clothing, sheets, uniforms, etc., contaminated with blood, chemicals, radioactive substances, etc., occurring in hospitals, research facilities, and factories. They perform decontamination processes by selecting methods such as neutral detergents, solvent cleaning, ultrasonic cleaning, and steam cleaning according to the degree of contamination and material. Handling of chemical agents and wearing of protective gear based on safety and health laws are essential for the work. After cleaning, they check for residual contamination using inspection equipment. They are also responsible for quality control, waste liquid treatment, and optimization of work processes, playing a role in maintaining a clean environment.
Future Outlook
Demand is steadily increasing due to an aging society, strengthened infection control measures, and growing decontamination needs in public facilities. Rising awareness of environmental protection and safety and health will continue to be a tailwind.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Cautious / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Handling Heavy Objects / Indoor Work / Shift Work / Standing Work
Career Path
Junior Cleaning Operator → Senior Cleaning Technician → Quality Control Staff → Work Leader
Required Skills
Cleaning Machine Operation / Handling Chemical Cleaning Agents / Quality Inspection / Spot Removal Techniques
Recommended Skills
MSDS Understanding / Safety and Health Knowledge / Use of Protective Gear / Waste Liquid Treatment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To detect and reliably remove fine dirt and stains without missing them. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Long hours of standing work and handling of heavy objects require sustained physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to select the optimal cleaning method according to the cause of contamination and the material. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Basic calculation skills are required for chemical agent mixing ratios, etc., but advanced mathematics is not necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- Cleaning Technician
Aliases
- Cleaning Decontamination Worker
- Clothing Decontamination Operator
Related Jobs
- Cleaning Technician
- Launderer
- Spot Remover