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Viv_Eddy(Initiate)Initiate
26 Nov 2023

Hello,

A client is in construction industry and his workwear/uniform is washed daily. Due to the nature of the work, small pieces of building materials often get stuck on the workwear, and they could potentially damage the washing machine. Therefore, he uses separate washing machines for workwear and other clothing.

The question is that if he purchases a washing machine and use it exclusively for washing workwear/uniform, is the cost of the washing machine or the depreciation tax deductible?  

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CaroATO(Community Support)Community Support
28 Nov 2023

Hi @Viv_Eddy,


Is the person a sole-trader or employee?


As a sole-trader, the washing machine isn't used as part of the day-to-day operation of the business. It's for washing clothes. Let's say the person is in the business of washing clothes and met the other eligibility criteria to claim a deduction, then they can look at including the cost of the washing machine.


If they're an employee and meet the eligibility criteria to claim a deduction for work-related clothing, laundry and dry-cleaning expenses they'll be able to claim $1 per load as it consists only of work clothes.

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CaroATO(Community Support)Community Support
28 Nov 2023

Hi @Viv_Eddy,


Is the person a sole-trader or employee?


As a sole-trader, the washing machine isn't used as part of the day-to-day operation of the business. It's for washing clothes. Let's say the person is in the business of washing clothes and met the other eligibility criteria to claim a deduction, then they can look at including the cost of the washing machine.


If they're an employee and meet the eligibility criteria to claim a deduction for work-related clothing, laundry and dry-cleaning expenses they'll be able to claim $1 per load as it consists only of work clothes.

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