Personal service activities

NACE code 96 covers a diverse range of personal service activities that play a vital role in meeting the day-to-day needs of individuals and households. This industry encompasses a wide spectrum of services, from hairdressing and beauty treatments to funeral and burial services. These activities are essential for maintaining personal well-being, enhancing quality of life, and supporting the broader social and economic fabric of communities.

Businesses operating under NACE code 96 typically rely on a combination of specialized skills, equipment, and customer-centric service delivery. Hairdressers and beauticians, for example, utilize a range of tools and techniques to provide haircuts, styling, and cosmetic treatments. Funeral directors, on the other hand, coordinate the preparation and arrangement of funerals, drawing on their expertise in embalming, cremation, and the organization of memorial services.

The personal service industry requires a diverse range of inputs, including raw materials such as hair products, cosmetics, and funeral supplies. Specialized equipment, such as hairdressing tools, beauty treatment devices, and funeral vehicles, are also essential. Additionally, this industry relies on a skilled workforce, including hairdressers, beauticians, funeral directors, and other service professionals, who possess the necessary training and expertise to deliver high-quality services to their clients.

The primary outputs of the personal service industry are the various services provided to individuals and households. These include 96.01 Personal services, such as hairdressing and beauty treatments, 96.03 Funeral and related activities, and other personal care services. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by individuals directly, as well as by other NACE codes, such as 86.90 Other human health activities and 87.30 Residential care activities, which may utilize personal services to support their own operations.