Description
Remove stains in dry-cleaning by using the pre-spotting technique. Use a spotting board, which vacuums the garment attached to the spotting board through air suctions. Use a spotting gun to apply steam to loosen the stain and use a blow dryer to dry the fabric.
Alternative labels
applying stain remover before dry cleaning
applying prespotting
apply pre-spotting
using topical products to remove stain prior to dry cleaning
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Apply prespotting is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Laundry worker: Laundry workers operate and monitor machines that use chemicals to wash or dry-clean articles such as cloth and leather garments, linens, drapes or carpets, ensuring the color and texture of these articles is being maintained. They work in laundry shops and industrial laundry companies and sort the articles received from clients by fabric type. They also determine the cleaning technique to be applied.
Optional skill
Apply prespotting is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Laundromat attendant: Laundromat attendants assist the customers of self-servicing laundries with issues related to coin-machines, dryers or vending machines. They maintain the general cleanliness of the laundry.
Drapery and carpet cleaner: Drapery and carpet cleaners clean draperies and carpets for their clients by removing stains, dust or odors. They do this by applying chemical and repellent solutions and with the use of brushes or mechanical equipment.
References
- Apply prespotting – ESCO
