SSOC 2024 unit
Media, Arts & Entertainment Verified · 21 Mar 202491161
Residential/Open areas general cleaner
Residential/Open areas general cleaner cleans and tidies the premises of residential areas and common public open areas such as roads, pavements, bus stops, drains, waterways, overhead bridges, expressways, parks, beaches etc. He/she sweeps residential and open areas and disposes of litter and waste.
Level
unit
Mapped ISCO
2
Source
SingStat
Official data
| Official name | Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSOC 2024) |
| Issuing authority | Department of Statistics Singapore (SingStat / DOS) |
| Tax authority | Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS) (IRAS) |
| Purpose | Classifies occupations in Singapore for labour statistics, workforce planning, and international reporting. |
| Active version | SSOC 2024 (21 Mar 2024) |
| Hierarchy level | Unit (final leaf, 5-digit) |
| Source | https://www.singstat.gov.sg/standards/standards-and-classifications/ssic |
| Prior versions | SSIC 2020, SSIC 2015 |
Definition
Residential/Open areas general cleaner cleans and tidies the premises of residential areas and common public open areas such as roads, pavements, bus stops, drains, waterways, overhead bridges, expressways, parks, beaches etc. He/she sweeps residential and open areas and disposes of litter and waste.
Tasks
No tasks listed.
Examples
Under this unit
• Beach general cleaner • Conservancy general cleaner • Park general cleaner
Elsewhere
• Office cleaner (indoor), see 91131 • Conservancy multi-skilled cleaner cum machine operator, see 91162 • Domestic helper, see 91300 • General waste collection worker, see 96101 • Recycling picker, see 96102
When you need this code
Job classification
Employers use SSOC for workforce reporting and MOM surveys.
Labour statistics
SingStat collects occupation data for labour force reports.
Immigration
Work pass applications may reference SSOC for skills evaluation.
International reporting
Maps to ISCO-08 for ILOSTAT and cross-country comparisons.
Hierarchy
Correspondence tables
Compliance risk score
Compliance risk score
Low friction
5 of 6 factors low-risk
- ✅ Verified source ≤90d
- ✅ ISIC mapping available
- ✅ SSIC 2020 migration mapped
- ✅ Full hierarchy chain
- ✅ GST registration applicable
- ⚠️ IMDA content licence?
Step-by-step guide
1. Confirm occupation
Residential/Open areas general cleaner cleans and tidies the premises of residential areas and common public open areas such as roads, pavements, bus stops, drains, waterways, overhead bridges, expressways, parks, beaches etc. He/she sweeps residential and open areas and disposes of litter and waste.
2. Check classification
Verify this SSOC unit matches the actual job scope and tasks performed by the worker.
3. Report via employer
Employers report SSOC codes in MOM surveys and workforce statistics submissions.
4. Stay updated
SSOC revisions occur periodically. Check SingStat for the current version before classification projects.
Applicable taxes & forms
Personal income tax
Rate: Progressive 0% – 24% progressive
Employers file IR8A for employees. Self-employed file Form B/B1 via myTax Portal annually.
CPF contributions
Employer contributions apply for Singaporean / PR employees. Self-employed contribute to MediSave.
Applicable filings
Form C
myTax Portal · Annual (by 30 Nov for paper, 15 Dec e-file)
Full corporate income tax return for companies. Requires audited/unaudited financial statements.
Form C-S
myTax Portal · Annual (by 15 Dec)
Simplified return for companies with revenue ≤ SGD 5M and deriving income taxed at prevailing corporate rate.
Form C-S (Lite)
myTax Portal · Annual (by 15 Dec)
Simplest return for companies with revenue ≤ SGD 200K.
Form F5
myTax Portal · Quarterly
GST return. GST-registered businesses must file within 1 month of quarter end.
Estimated Chargeable Income (ECI)
myTax Portal · Within 3 months of FYE
Compulsory for all companies. IRAS issues Notice of Assessment based on ECI.
Related professions
Digital publisher
Operates online news, blog, or content platform.
Typically needs
IMDA class licence for online content, PDPA for subscriber data, POFMA compliance.
Advertising agency owner
Creates campaigns for brands across digital and traditional channels.
Typically needs
ASAS Code of Advertising Practice, PDPA for consumer data, IMDA broadcasting rules.
Game development studio founder
Creates mobile, PC, or console games.
Typically needs
IMDA game classification, IPOS for copyright/trademark, possible IMDA grants.
Art gallery curator
Manages art exhibitions and represents artists.
Typically needs
URA premises use approval, IPOS artist rights, NAC grants possible.
Performing arts company manager
Runs theatre, dance, or music performance company.
Typically needs
NAC funding applications, SCDF public entertainment licence for venues.
Related codes
Major group
9 CLEANERS, LABOURERS AND RELATED WORKERSSub-major
91 CLEANERS AND RELATED WORKERSUnit group
9116 Cleaners in Residential and Open AreasAlphabetical index entries
Frequently asked questions
About this SSOC unit and the Media, Arts & Entertainment occupational cluster
Are there specific advertising content rules?
The Advertising Standards Authority of Singapore (ASAS) Code of Practice applies. IMDA also regulates broadcast and online advertising content standards.
What copyright considerations apply?
Copyright in Singapore is governed by the Copyright Act. Creators and publishers should ensure proper licensing of third-party content and consider registration of original works.
Do I need an IMDA content licence?
Broadcasting, film distribution, and certain content platforms may require a licence from IMDA under the Broadcasting Act or Films Act.
What classification requirements apply to published content?
Films, video games, and publications may require classification from IMDA before public distribution in Singapore.
What is SSIC and why does it matter?
The Singapore Standard Industrial Classification (SSIC) is the national system for categorising business activities. It is mandatory at ACRA registration and is used by IRAS, MOM, and other government agencies for tax, licensing, statistical, and policy purposes.
Do I need to register with this SSIC code?
Every business entity registered with ACRA must select at least one SSIC code that best describes its principal economic activity. You can declare up to two codes — one primary and one secondary — via BizFile+.
Official sources
What to do next
Data source: Department of Statistics Singapore (SingStat / DOS) (https://www.singstat.gov.sg/standards/standards-and-classifications/ssic). Occupation data mirrored from SSOC 2024 workbooks. Not the authoritative source.
Last refresh: 21 Mar 2024. Version: SSOC 2024.