VW31
category
Doing housework
Definition
Managing a household by cleaning the house, washing clothes, using household appliances, storing food and disposing of garbage, such as by sweeping, mopping, washing counters, walls and other surfaces; collecting and disposing of household garbage; tidying rooms, closets and drawers; collecting, washing, drying, folding and ironing clothes; cleaning footwear; using brooms, brushes and vacuum cleaners; using washing machines, dryers and irons.
Exclusions
- Acquiring a place to live
(4B4Y) - Acquisition of goods and services
(4B4Y) - Caring for household objects
(4B4Y) - Preparing meals
(VW30) - caring for others
(VW32)
Also indexed as
Arranging a sleeping mat or futonArranging sleeping areaCleaning cooking area and utensilsCleaning living areaDisposing of garbageDoing houseworkMaking the bedStoring daily necessitiesUsing household appliancesWashing and drying clothes and garments