Activities of households as employers of domestic personnel

NACE v2.0 Code: T97

About activities of households as employers of domestic personnel

NACE code 97 covers the activities of households as employers of domestic personnel, such as maids, cooks, nannies, butlers, laundresses, gardeners, gatekeepers, stable-lads, chauffeurs, caretakers, governesses, babysitters, tutors, and other domestic staff. This industry plays a vital role in supporting the daily lives and household management of individuals and families, particularly in high-income economies where domestic help is more prevalent. The demand for these services is closely tied to broader socioeconomic trends, such as increasing female labor force participation and the need for childcare and household assistance.

Production process

The production techniques in this industry primarily involve the recruitment, management, and supervision of domestic personnel by private households. Households typically advertise job openings, interview and screen candidates, and negotiate employment terms such as wages, working hours, and responsibilities. Ongoing management of domestic staff may involve providing training, monitoring performance, and ensuring compliance with labor regulations. The specific tasks and duties assigned to domestic personnel can vary widely depending on the needs and preferences of the employing household.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for this industry are the domestic personnel themselves, who provide the labor and skills necessary to carry out household tasks and services. Households may also require additional resources such as transportation for their staff, specialized equipment or tools (e.g., cleaning supplies, gardening tools), and in some cases, living accommodations for live-in domestic workers. The availability and cost of domestic labor, as well as the regulatory environment governing employment practices, are key factors that influence the inputs and operations of this industry.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is the provision of household management and domestic services to private individuals and families. These services can include childcare, cleaning, cooking, gardening, and other tasks that support the daily functioning and well-being of households. The outputs of this industry are consumed by 96 Activities of households as employers of domestic personnel and 88 Social work activities without accommodation, as well as by individual households directly.

Revisions to 97

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 97. The most recent 1 version of this code (97) is in the NACE v2.1 system:

This page shows a legacy version of code 97 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (97).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
97ISIC v4.0Activities of households as employers of domestic personnel

Family tree for activities of households as employers of domestic personnel

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/T/97'>97: Activities of households as employers of domestic personnel</a>"]

    A --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/T/98'>98: Undifferentiated goods- and services-producing activities of private households for own use</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2/T/97/0'>97.0: Activities of households as employers of domestic personnel</a>"]


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